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Cell
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Cells are the basic unit of all forms of life.
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Cell Theory
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All living things are composed of cells. Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things. New cells are produced from existing cells.
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Cell Membrane
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A flexible barrier around the cell. Protects the cell while allowing it to interact with its surroundings.
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Cell Wall
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A strong layer around the cell membrane.
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Nucleus
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A large structure that contains the cells genetic material and controls the cells activty. It's like the brain of the cell.
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Cytoplasm
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The material inside the cell membrane. Cytoplasm contains many important structures.
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Prokaryotes
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Have cell membrane and cytoplasm but they do not contain a nucleus. All bacteria are prokaryotes.
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Eukaryotes
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Have cell membrane and cytoplasm and they also contain a nucleus. They also contain organelle.
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Organelle
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Perform important celluar functions.
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