Basic Biological Principles

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What is a characteristic of all living organisms?

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All living organisms are composed of one or more cells.

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What are the structures within cells that perform specific jobs called?

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Organelles.

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What does cell theory state?

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All of these answers are correct: new cells are produced by existing cells, cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things, and all living things are composed of cells.

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Which organelle is not found in animal cells but is present in plant cells?

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A large central vacuole.

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What is the site of protein synthesis and serves as a transport system for the cell?

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Endoplasmic reticulum.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, producing energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.