Cells and Cell Theory

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What does 'multicellular' mean?

Back

Having many cells.

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What are the individual structural units of living matter?

Back

Cells.

Front

What do an amoeba and a human have in common?

Back

Both are made of cells.

Front

What is the primary difference between a prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell?

Back

A prokaryotic cell does not have a nucleus.

Front

What must organisms have to carry out the functions of life?

Back

At least one cell.

Front

What is a prokaryotic cell?

Back

A cell without a nucleus.

Front

What is a eukaryotic cell?

Back

A cell with a nucleus.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

It controls what enters and exits the cell.

Front

What is the role of DNA in a cell?

Back

It contains the genetic information.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell.