Introduction to Cells

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What is the approximate number of cells in a human being?

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Trillions

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What does the Cell Theory state?

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Cells are the basic unit of structure and organization of organisms.

Front

What type of cell is a bacteria cell?

Back

A prokaryotic cell.

Front

Why are plants green?

Back

Because of the chloroplasts within their cells.

Front

Are lipids also known as proteins?

Back

FALSE

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell.

Front

What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus; eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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It contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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What are the two main types of cells?

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Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.