Cell Structures & Variations, Adaptations and Survival

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What do prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells have in common?

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Both have genetic material.

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How is cystic fibrosis inherited?

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A person’s parents would have to carry genetic material for cystic fibrosis within their chromosomes which could then be passed down.

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What is an example of an adaptation?

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A polar bear's thick fur.

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What characteristic is true of all organisms?

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All organisms are composed of at least one cell.

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What are traits that help a living thing survive in its environment?

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Adaptation.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the difference between a unicellular and multicellular organism?

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Unicellular organisms consist of a single cell, while multicellular organisms are made up of multiple cells.

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What is genetic material?

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Genetic material is the substance that carries genetic information, primarily DNA.

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What is an example of a structural adaptation?

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The long neck of a giraffe, which helps it reach high leaves.