Cell Biology Flashcard

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What is the dependent variable in a graph?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is graphed on the Y-Axis.

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What are the three types of passive transport?

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The three types of passive transport are diffusion, osmosis, and facilitated diffusion.

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Which organelle is responsible for converting chemical energy from food into usable energy for the cell?

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The mitochondrion is the organelle that converts chemical energy stored in food into compounds that are more convenient for the cell to use.

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the process by which water passes into or out of a cell.

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How do cellular respiration and photosynthesis relate to each other?

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Photosynthesis produces oxygen, and cellular respiration produces carbon dioxide.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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Define diffusion.

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Diffusion is the process by which molecules spread from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration.

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What is facilitated diffusion?

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Facilitated diffusion is a type of passive transport that uses transport proteins to move molecules across the cell membrane.

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What is the cell membrane's primary function?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.