Unit 2 Review: Cells & Organelles

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What is a prokaryote?

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A simple cell that has an outer cell wall but lacks a nucleus and organelles.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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An organism made up of many cells, where different cells specialize to perform different functions.

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What is the correct hierarchy of biological organization?

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Cells -> Tissues -> Organs -> Organ Systems -> Organisms.

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What is the function of the large central vacuole in plant cells?

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It stores water for the plant cell to use for photosynthesis.

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What does the suffix '-kary-' refer to in biology?

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It means 'kernel' or 'nut', referring to the nucleus of a cell.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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It serves as the control center of the cell, housing the cell's DNA.

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What are organelles?

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Specialized structures within a cell that perform distinct processes.

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What is the difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site of many cellular processes.