Cells Flashcard Review

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What is the outermost layer of an animal cell?

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Cell membrane.

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What type of cell is characterized by the presence of a nucleus?

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Eukaryote.

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What is the jellylike substance that contains many organelles in a cell?

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Cytoplasm.

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Which organelle is only found in eukaryotic cells?

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Nucleus.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To assemble amino acids to create proteins.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Cells that do not have a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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To store genetic information and control cell activities.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus; eukaryotic cells have a nucleus.

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What is cytoplasm made of?

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A gel-like substance composed mainly of water, salts, and organic molecules.