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Cells Theory
Cells Unit 7th grade unit 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cell | the structure for every living thing. |
| Cell theory | the theory is about anything living being made out of cells including plants and animals. |
| organelles | a specialized structure within a cell that performs a particular function. |
| cell membrane | a protective layer surrounding a cell that controls what enters and leaves a cell |
| cell wall | a strong, supportive layer around the cell membrane in plants, algae, and some bacteria and fungi. |
| nucleus | the control center of the cell that contains DNA. |
| cytoplasm | a jellylike substance that is contained within the cell membrane |
| mitochondria | an organelle that breaks down sugars and releases energy. |
| chloroplast | a specialized organelle in photosynthesis organisms that captures the energy from the sunlight and converts it into chemical energy |
| vacuole | an organelle used as a temporary storage area |
| tissue | |
| organ | |
| organ system | |
| prokaryotic | |
| eukaryotic | |
| lysosomes | an organelle that contains digestive enzymes that break down waste minerals |
| golgi body | an organelle that packages materials and distributes them within the cell or out of the cell |
| flagellum |