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science-Topic 2
The cell systems
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cells | the basic unit of structure and function in living things. |
| microscope | an instrument that makes objects look larger |
| cell theory | is a widely accepted explanation of the relationship between cells and living things |
| distinguish | two separate structures that are close together |
| organelle | is a tiny cell |
| structure | different organelles have a different structure |
| function | Also some organelles are found only in plant cells |
| cell wall | cell wall |
| cell membrane | is a thin flexible barrier that surrounds a cell and controls which substances pass into and out of a cell. |
| cytoplasm | fills the region between the cell membrane and the nucleus |
| Mitochondria | convert energy stored in food to energy |
| chloroplast | is and organelle in the cells of plants and some other organisms that captures energy from the sunlight. |
| vacuole | a sack like organelle that stores water and food |
| selectively permeable | which means some substances can cross the membrane, |