Cell Biology Flashcards

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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The fundamental building block of all living organisms.

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Basic features of all cells.

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All cells have a plasma membrane, cytoplasm, and genetic material.

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Differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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Domains containing prokaryotic cells.

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Bacteria and Archaea are the two domains that contain prokaryotic cells.

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Groups of organisms in the domain Eukarya.

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Includes animals, plants, fungi, and protists.

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Recognizing the nucleus.

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The nucleus is typically the most prominent organelle in eukaryotic cells.

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Structure and function of the nuclear envelope.

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The nuclear envelope consists of two membranes that enclose the nucleus and regulate the passage of materials.

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Role of the pore complex in the nuclear envelope.

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The pore complex regulates the transport of molecules between the nucleus and the cytoplasm.

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How the nucleus controls protein synthesis in the cytoplasm.

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The nucleus contains DNA that is transcribed into mRNA, which is then translated into proteins in the cytoplasm.

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Chromosome and chromatin organization.

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Chromatin is the complex of DNA and proteins that forms chromosomes during cell division.