Cell Structure and Function

Front

When an organism has cells with a nucleus, they are called _______.

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Eukaryotes

Front

What is the basic unit of an organism?

Back

Cell

Front

Plants and animal cells are examples of ___ cells.

Back

Eukaryotic cells

Front

What kind of cell is characterized by the absence of a nucleus?

Back

Prokaryote

Front

All living things are made of...

Back

Cells

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and control what enters and leaves.

Front

What organelle is responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

Which organelle is involved in photosynthesis?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.