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Cells
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Cell Theory | A theory of what a cell is, does, and exits through. The cell is the basic unit of life. A cell must come from a previously existing cell. All living organisms are made of cells |
Cells | The cell is the basic unit of life. A cell must come from a previously existing cell. All living organisms are made of cells |
Organelles | Any of a number of organized or specialized structures within a living cell. |
Nucleus | The nucleus is the control center for the cell. It contains the chromosomes that have all of our unique characteristics on them. |
Cytoplasm | The cytoplasm is the jelly like substance inside the cell, between the nucleus and the cell membrane |
Cell Membrane | The cell membrane is the structure that protects what goes in and out of the cell. |
Mitochondria | Mitochondria are nicknamed the power houses because they provide energy for the cell. They use oxygen and sugars that enter through the cell's membrane to make that needed energy. |
Endoplasmic Reticulum | Endoplasmic reticulum is a structure that is a continuation of the nuclear membrane |
Vacuole | Vacuoles are storage organelles in the cell. |
Lysosomes | Lysosomes are found in animal cells for digestion of proteins, lipids and macromolecules inside the cell. |
Chloroplasts | Chloroplasts are the place where photosynthesis takes place. They contain chlorophyl that traps light energy from the sun. |
Cell Wall | Cell walls are contained in plant cells and provide extra support. |