Ch. 16.1 flashcard

Front

What led to the discovery of cells?

Back

The invention of the microscope.

Front

What is a characteristic of prokaryotes?

Back

They lack a nucleus.

Front

Who used a microscope to look at a slice of cork and discovered cells?

Back

Robert Hooke.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a main idea of the cell theory?

Back

Cells can spontaneously generate.

Front

What does the cell theory state about cells?

Back

Cells are the basic unit of life.

Front

What are the two main types of cells?

Back

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

It regulates what enters and leaves the cell.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

They are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

Back

Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts; animal cells do not.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus?

Back

It houses the cell's genetic material (DNA).