Review - Cells & Cell Theory - quick midterm review

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What is the basic structural and functional unit of all living things?

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Cell

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Which of the following is NOT a cell theory?

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All non-living things are made of cells.

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All living things are made up of...?

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Cells.

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An organism made of one cell is called?

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Unicellular organism.

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What tool do you use to view the cells?

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Microscope.

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What is the cell theory?

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A scientific theory that describes the properties of cells, stating that all living things are made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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An organism made up of more than one cell.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and control what enters and exits the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles.

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What are organelles?

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Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.