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JC Cell and Microsco

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What is a cell?   The smallest unit of life that contains all the characteristics of life  
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What piece of equipment can be used to see cells?   Microscope  
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What is the name given to a sample placed under a microscope?   Speciman  
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What is the function of stage clips?   Keeps the sample in place  
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What is the function of the objective lens?   Magnifies the speciman  
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What is the function of the course focus wheel?   Brings the image into a rough focus  
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What is the function of the fine focus wheel?   Brings the image into a fine focus  
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What stain is used when looking at onion cells under a microscope?   Iodine  
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What is the function of the cell membrane?   Controls what enters and leaves the cell  
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What is the cytoplasm?   Jelly-like substance where all organelles are held e.g. nucleus  
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What is the function of the nucleus?   The control center for the cell. Contains DNA.  
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What is the function of the cell wall?   Strengthens and gives shape  
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What is the function of the chloroplast?   Contains chlorophyll that allows plants to absorb sunlight for food  
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What is the function of the vacuole?   Stores food  
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What is a tissue?   A group of cells that work together for the same function e.g. muscle  
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What is an organ?   A group of tissues that work together for the same function e.g. heart  
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What is an organ system?   A group of organs that work together e.g. digestive system  
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What is an organism?   Result of all organ systems working together e.g. human  
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What is a population?   Individual organisms of the same species e.g. human  
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What is a community?   Populations of different species that live close together  
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What is an ecosystem?   Communities that interact with their environment  
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What do plant cells contain that animals cell do not?   Cell wall, chloroplast  
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