Biology I-1: Chapter 7 Vocab

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Basic unit of all life

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Cell

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All living things are made of cells; cells are the basic units of structure and function; new cells arise from existing cells.

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cell theory

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Thin, flexible barrier surrounding all cells; regulates entry and exit.

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Cell membrane

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Structure in cells containing genetic material (DNA)

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nucleus

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Organism with nucleus-containing cells

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Eukaryote

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Unicellular organism without a nucleus

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Prokaryote

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Fluid in cells where organelles float

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cytoplasm

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Small structure performing vital cellular functions; eukaryotes have various types.

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organelle

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Cell organelle that stores water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates.

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vacuole

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Organelle that breaks down lipids, carbs, and proteins into usable molecules.

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lysosome