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Cell Discovery
Chapter 7.1
Term | Definition |
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cell | The basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms |
cell theory | One of the fundamental ideas of modern biology |
plasma membrane | A special boundary that helps control what enters and leaves the cell. |
organelle | Specialized structures that carry out specific cell functions. |
eukaryotic cell | Contain a nucleus and other organelles that are bound by membranes. |
nucleus | A distinct central organelle that contains the cells genetic material in the form of DNA. |
prokaryotic cell | Cells without a nucleus or other membrane bound organelles. |