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Cells
Cells and Functions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cell Theory | The cell is the smallest living unit in all organisms. |
| Unicellular | Made up of one cell. |
| Multicellular | Made up of many cells. |
| Prokaryotes | A single celled organism that does not include a defined nucleus and DNA is found throughout the cell. |
| Eukaryotes | An organism consisting of all living things, in which the genetic DNA is formed into chromosomes and is contained with a nucleus. |
| Cell Membrane | Controls what goes in and out of the cells. |
| Nucleus | Controls all cell activities throughout an organism. |
| Cytoplasm | Fluid throughout the cell that allows organelles to float and move around. |
| Nucleolus | Makes RNA and is important throughout protein synthesis. |
| Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) | Allows material to move through the cell quickly. |
| Ribosome | Builds up protein for the cell. |
| Golgi Apparatus | Packages and sorts materials for the cell. |
| Vacuole | Fluid filled sacs that store waste and food. |
| Mitochondria | Powerhouse of the cell that makes ATP energy through cellular respiration. |
| Chloroplast | Contains chlorophyll and is the site of photosynthesis. |
| Cell Wall | Protects and supports the cell. |
| DNA | The cells genetic material. |
| What do all cells have in common? | They have a cell membrane. |