Cells & Organelles

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What is the Cell Theory?

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The Cell Theory states that all living things are made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What is the control center of a cell?

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The nucleus is the control center of a cell, containing the cell's genetic material and regulating its activities.

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Where do cells come from according to cell theory?

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Cells come from other pre-existing cells.

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What is a unicellular organism?

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A unicellular organism is made of only one cell, such as an amoeba.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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A multicellular organism is made of many cells, such as humans or plants.

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What is a vacuole?

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A vacuole is an organelle that stores water and other substances in both plant and animal cells.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the role of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is where many cellular processes occur.

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.