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Chapter 7
Cell Structure
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Compound/Light Microscope | Uses Light |
| Electron Microscope | Uses beam of electrons to see the cell ultrastructure |
| Ultrastructure | Detail of a structure as seen using an electron microscope |
| Cell | The smallest unit of matter that can carry on all the processes of life |
| Prokaryotic Cell | No nucleus and no membrane bound organelles e.g. Bacteria |
| Eukaryotic Cell | Has a nucleus and membrane bound organelles e.g. Plant and Animal cells |
| Cell Membrane | Controls what enters and leaves the cell |
| Nucleus | Contains the cells genetic information (DNA) |
| Cytoplasm | Clear jelly-like fluid which fills the cell |
| Mitochondria | Supplies energy to cell through respiration |
| Ribosomes | Make protein |
| Chloroplast | It's function is Photosynthesis |
| Cell Wall | Supports and strengthens the cell |
| Vacuole | Provides storage and contains cell sap |