Biology Vocab Review First Semester Test

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Isotonic solution

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A solution where the solute concentration is equal on the outside and inside of the cell, resulting in no net movement of molecules.

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Organelles

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Structures within a cell that carry out specific processes necessary for the cell's life.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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Ribose

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A sugar found in RNA, which is essential for the synthesis of nucleotides.

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Nucleolus

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A structure found in the nucleus of a cell that is responsible for making ribosomes.

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Chromosomes

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Coiled up DNA strands that contain genes, essential for heredity.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-1

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Hypotonic solution

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A solution with a lower concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell, causing the cell to swell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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Hypertonic solution

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A solution with a higher concentration of solutes compared to the inside of the cell, causing the cell to shrink.

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Cell membrane

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A protective barrier that regulates what enters and leaves the cell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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Mitochondria

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Organelles known as the powerhouse of the cell, where energy (ATP) is produced.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)

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A network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.