Diversity of Life: Investigation 3 (The Cell) Part 2

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What is a vacuole?

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A fluid-filled membrane in the cytoplasm of plant cells, fungus cells, and protist cells.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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An organism made of more than one cell.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell.

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What is a cell wall?

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A semi-rigid structure that surrounds cells of plants, fungi, and bacteria.

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What is cytoplasm?

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All the interior of a cell except the nucleus.

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What is the function of a cell membrane?

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It controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What are organelles?

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Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the role of chloroplasts?

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They are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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They are the powerhouse of the cell, producing energy through respiration.

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