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Nucleus
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a part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction.
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DNA
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a long linear polymer, in nucleus, formed from nucleotides and shaped like a double helix, contains info that determines inherited characteristics
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RNA
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a long linear polymer of nucleotides, in nucleus but mainly in the cytoplasm of a cell where it is associated with microsomes, ribonucleic acid; a nucleic acid that plays an important role in the production of proteins
plasma (cell) membrane Phospholipid bi-layer containing cholesterol and proteins. Receptors for communication; regulates movement into and out of the cell. AKA semipermeable membrane. |
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cytoplasm
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fluid matrix found between the plasma membrane and the nucleus that acts as scaffolding for the organelles.
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organelles
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act as a storage site, process energy, move materials, or manufacture substances
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