BIO.1A Flashcard

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Who concluded that plants are made of cells?

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Matthias Jakob Schleiden

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What is the belief that all living things are made of cells called?

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Cell Theory

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What characteristic of life is described by a mitochondrion producing ATP for energy?

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Obtaining and using energy

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What do all living organisms have in common according to cell theory?

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All living things or organisms are made of one or more cells.

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What level of organization is represented by a corn plant?

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Organism

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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Who is known for the statement 'all cells come from pre-existing cells'?

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Robert Virchow

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What is the function of mitochondria in cells?

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To produce ATP for energy.

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What is homeostasis?

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The maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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To conduct photosynthesis and produce glucose.