Cell Theory and Protists

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What are the three parts of the cell theory?

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1. All organisms are composed of one or more cells. 2. The cell is the basic unit of structure and organization in organisms. 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What is NOT a part of the cell theory?

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Cells spontaneously arise from carbon and nutrients carried in the bloodstream.

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What are all living things made up of?

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Cells.

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What is an organism that can produce its own food called?

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Autotroph.

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What is a heterotroph?

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An organism that cannot produce its own food and must consume other organisms.

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What is a pseudopod?

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A false foot used by some protists for movement and feeding.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What do we call organisms made up of only one cell?

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Unicellular organisms.

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What do we call organisms made up of multiple cells?

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Multicellular organisms.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It controls what enters and leaves the cell.