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What is the structure to every living thing?
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The Cell
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What is an organelle?
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A specialized structure the performs importaint cellular functions within a Eyukaryotic cell.
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What is the function of the nucleus?
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It contains all DNA, which are coded instructions for making proteins and other structures.
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What are chromosomes?
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Thread-like structures the contain genetic information passed from one generation of the cells to the next.
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What are Ribosomes?
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Small particles of RNA and protein found throughout cytoplasm.
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What is the difference between rough and smooth ER?
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In Rough ER ribosomes are found on the surface. Smooth ER ribosomes are not found on the surface.
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What are Vacuoles?
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Sac-like structures inside of cells.
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What are 3 concepts the make up the cell therory?
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1. All livingthings are composed of cells.
2. Cells are the basic structure and function in livingthings. 3. New cells are produced from exhisting cells. |
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What are organisms whose cells lack nuclei?
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Prokaryotes
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What are organisms whose cells contain nuclei?
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Eukaryotes
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