Cell Structure and Function

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What is sexual reproduction?

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Reproduction that requires the union of two sex cells (gametes), resulting in offspring that share traits from both parents.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus acts as the control center of the cell and contains DNA.

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What are stimuli?

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Changes in the environment that living things can sense and respond to.

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What is the cell wall?

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A rigid structure that surrounds plant cells, providing support and protection.

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What is a vacuole?

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A storage structure in cells; plant cells typically have a single large vacuole.

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What is a mitochondrion?

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An organelle that produces energy for the cell through cellular respiration.

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What is chlorophyll?

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A green pigment found in chloroplasts that is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the role of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are organelles that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is homeostasis?

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The process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.