Cell Structures

Front

What is the term used to describe the idea that if one part of the cell stops functioning, the whole cell will fail?

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Irreducible complexity

Front

Which cell structure captures energy from the sun to make sugar for a plant?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

Which cell structure is used to store food and wastes?

Back

Vacuole

Front

What is the study of cells called?

Back

Cytology

Front

What is diffusion?

Back

The process by which molecules spread from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

The movement of water molecules through a semi-permeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration.

Front

What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell; they produce energy through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role of the cell wall in plant cells?

Back

The cell wall provides structure and protection to the plant cell.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

Front

What are lysosomes?

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Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris.