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1-5 science study stack
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Lab Safety | Why lab safety rules are important Key safety rules (goggles, no eating, report accidents, etc.) |
| Scientific Method | Steps in order Definitions: hypothesis, variable, constant |
| Graphing | Types of graphs: line, bar, pie chart, When to use each |
| Cell Theory | Three parts of cell theory Scientists: Hooke, Schleiden, Schwann, Virchow |
| Types of Cells & Organisms | Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Unicellular vs. Multicellular Autotroph vs. Heterotroph |
| Energy Flow in Ecosystems | Producers, consumers, decomposers |
| Levels of Organization | Cell → Tissue → Organ → Organ System → Organism |
| Nucleus | Control center; stores DNA and coordinates cell activities like growth and reproduction |
| Mitochondria | Produces energy (ATP) through cellular respiration |
| Ribosomes | Synthesizes proteins |
| Rough ER | Produces and transports proteins |
| Smooth ER | Synthesizes lipids and detoxifies |
| Lysosomes | Break down waste and cellular debris using enzymes |
| Vacuoles | Store nutrients, water, and waste |
| Chloroplasts | Perform photosynthesis (plants only) |
| Cell Membrane | Controls entry and exit of substances; provides protection and communication |
| Cytoplasm | Suspends organelles and is the site for many chemical reactions |
| Kingdoms & Roles | Bacteria, fungi, plants, animals |