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Chapter 9 Section 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Bacteria | Single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus; prokaryotes |
| Flagellum | A long, whiplike structure that helps a cell to move |
| Prokaryote | An organism whose cells lack a nucleus and some other cell structures |
| Eukaryote | An organism whose cells contain nuclei |
| Asexual Reproduction | A reproduction process that involves one parent produces offspring that are identical to the parent |
| Binary Fission | A form of asexual reproduction in which one cell divides to form two identical cells |
| Decomposer | An organism that breaks down chemicals and returns important materials to soil and water |