Biology Unit 1 Review

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What is often referred to as 'the brain of the cell'?

Back

Nucleus

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What is the outermost part of a cell?

Back

Cell membrane

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What is the main purpose of the cell membrane?

Back

Selective Permeability

Front

What defines a Eukaryotic cell?

Back

A cell containing a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

Front

In an experiment, what is the independent variable?

Back

The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

Front

What is the function of the mitochondria?

Back

Energy production through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Protein synthesis.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

Back

To provide structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is the process of osmosis?

Back

The movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.