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What is the Cell Theory |
1. All living things are composed of cells 2. Cells are basic units of structure and function in living things 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells |
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What is a Cell Membrane |
forms the outer covering of the cell, and is semi-permeable.
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What is a Cytoplasm |
is a gel-like matrix where all the other cell organelles are suspended inside the cell.
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What is a Nucleus |
contains the hereditary material DNA and directs the activities of the cell.
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What are Centrioles |
organize the microtubules assembly during cell division.
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What is a Endoplasmic Reticulum |
are a network of membranes composed of rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum. they are responsible for manufacturing and packaging
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What is a Golgi Body |
is responsible for storing, packaging of cellular products
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What are Lysosomes |
are enzyme sacs, that digest cellular wastes.
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What is the Mitochondria |
is the site for cellular respiration and producers of energy.
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What are Ribosomes |
are made of RNA and proteins, and are sites for protein synthesis.
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What is the Nucleolus |
is the structure within the nucleus and helps in synthesis of ribosomes.
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What is a vacuole |
is responsible for photosynthesis |