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Chapter 7
Microtubules CV |
Hollow tubes ofprotein, maintain cell shape, serve as tracks of which organelles are moved.
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Organelles CV |
Specialized structures in eukaryotes that perform cellular functions.
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Chapter 7
Cell Theory CV |
Discoveries on cells of all biologists are summarized in the cell theory.
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Endoplasmic Reticulum CV |
Organelle in which the components of the cell membrane are assembled and some proteins are modified.
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Chromatin CV |
Granular material visible within the nucleus.
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Nuclear Envelope CV |
Double membrane layer that surrounds the nucleus.
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Microfilaments CV |
Long, thin fibers that function in the movement and support of the cell.
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Eukaryotes CV |
Contain nuclei, cell membrain, cytoplamsm, and specialized structures known as organelles.
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Chromosomes CV |
When cell divides, chromatin condenses to form chromosomes.
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Cell Membrane CV |
Thin, flexible barrier around the cell.
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Mitochondria CV |
Use energy from food to make high-energy compounds that the cell can use to power growth, development, and movement.
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Chloroplasts CV |
Use energy from sunlight to make food. (photosynthesis)
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Vacuoles CV |
Saclike structures for storage of nutrients.
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Lysosomes CV |
Small organelles filled with enzymes.
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Golgi Apparatus CV |
Proteins produced by the rough endopasmic reticulum into a stack of membranes.
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Cytoplasm CV |
Material inside the cell membrane, not including the nucleus.
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Prokaryotes CV |
Cells that have cell membranes and cytoplasm but do not contain nuclei.
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Nucleus CV |
Large structure that contains the cell's genetic material and controls the cell's activities.
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Cell Wall CV |
Strong layer around the cell membrane.
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Cell CV |
A cell is the basic unit of all forms of life.
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Ribosomes CV |
Where proteins are assembled in the cell.
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Nucleolus CV |
Small, dense region where ribosomes are produced.
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Cytoskeleton CV |
Network of protein filaments that helps the cell maintain its shape.
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