Cells, Cell Theory, Microscopes

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What is the genetic material found inside the nucleus of a cell?

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DNA

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What are cells with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles called?

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Eukaryotes

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What is one of the components of Cell Theory?

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All cells come from preexisting cells.

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What is the function of the eyepiece in a microscope?

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To magnify the image and allow the viewer to see the specimen.

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What is the purpose of the coarse adjustment knob on a microscope?

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To bring the specimen into general focus.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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To store genetic information and control cell activities.

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What type of cells lack a nucleus?

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Prokaryotes

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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