Cells

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What is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions?

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the cell

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

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Which structures are found in every living cell?

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cell membrane and cytoplasm

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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Which cell structure is found in plant and animal cells and controls what can come into or leave a cell? Options: cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, vacuole

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cell membrane

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the function of the cell nucleus found in both plant and animal cells? Options: to produce energy, to control cell activity, to remove waste products, to allow molecules to enter the cell

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to control cell activity

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the main function of the chloroplasts found in plant cells?

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to absorb light energy and manufacture food

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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What is the function of a cell wall?

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to protect and support the cell

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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In what part of the plant cell does the process of photosynthesis take place? Options: nucleus, mitochondria, chloroplasts, vacuoles

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chloroplasts

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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Michael looked at a cell through a microscope. He identified a nucleus, chloroplast, and cytoplasm. What kind of cell did Michael observe? Options: animal, plant, vertebrate, bacteria

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plant

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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Which piece of equipment is the best to use to observe the structure of a cell? Options: magnifying glass, binoculars, telescope, microscope

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microscope

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What organelle is NOT found in animal cells? Options: chloroplast, cell membrane, nucleus, mitochondria

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chloroplast

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6