Term | Definition |
chromosomes | strands that copy themselves and split in cell division |
cytoplasm | jellylike substance in a cell |
cell membrane | controls what enters and leaves the cell |
DNA | chemical that directs life activities |
chloroplast | structure that contains chlorophyll |
vacuole | storage space in a cell |
nucleus | control center of the cell |
nuclear membrane | surrounds the nucleus and holds it together |
mitochondria | structures that release stored energy |
cell wall | outer layer that protects a plant cell and gives it its shape |
parts of an animal cell | cell membrane, vacuoles, nucleus, mitochondria, chromosomes,nuclear membrane, cytoplasm, |
parts of a plant cell | cell membrane, vacuoles, nucleus, mitochondria, chromosomes,nuclear membrane, cytoplasm,cell wall, chloroplasts |
Cell Theory- 1st part | Cells are the basic building blocks of all living things |
Cell Theory- 2nd part | All life activities take place in cells |
Cell Theory- 3rd part | New cells are produced by existing cells |
Scientist who named the cell | Robert Hooke |