Cells Vocabulary Flashcard

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Cells that do not have a nucleus.

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Prokaryotic cells are simple cells without a nucleus, such as bacteria.

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The ________ break down old cell parts and cleans up the cell.

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Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes to digest and recycle cellular waste.

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The __________ is a cell's control center.

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The nucleus is the organelle that contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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The _____________ is the thick layer around plant cells.

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The cell wall is a rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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__________ are the small parts of a cell that have very specific jobs.

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

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell?

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Cytoplasm is the gel-like fluid that fills the interior of a cell and holds organelles in place.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What are ribosomes responsible for?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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