Cells & Cell Theory Flashcard

Front

What is the process that organisms use to convert the energy from food into a usable form?

Back

Cellular Respiration

Front

What is a multicellular organism made of?

Back

Multiple cells

Front

What part of the cell allows substances to move in and out?

Back

Cell membrane

Front

Who is the scientist that named small chambers in cork 'cells'?

Back

Hooke

Front

What is a key difference between Eukaryotes and Prokaryotes?

Back

Eukaryotes have a nucleus; Prokaryotes do not.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

What structure controls the activities of a cell?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

To produce energy through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the outermost layer of a plant cell?

Back

Cell wall