Cell Biology Flashcard

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What is the smallest functional and structural unit of all living organisms?

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Cell

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Who proposed that all organisms are made up of one or more cells?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek and Theodor Schwann

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Which part of the cell acts as a protective layer and controls the movement of materials in and out of the cell?

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Cell membrane

Front

Which of the following is an example of a prokaryotic organism?

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Bacteria

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According to cell theory, where do all cells come from?

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Existing cells

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What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

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Cytoplasm

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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It acts as the control center, containing the cell's genetic material.

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What are the two main types of cells?

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Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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They are the powerhouses of the cell, producing energy.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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They are responsible for protein synthesis.