Semester review: Cells, Levels of Organization, Cell theory

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What structures do plant cells have that animal cells do NOT have?

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Cell wall, large central vacuole, chloroplasts.

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What is an organ?

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Several different tissues working together to perform a specific function.

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What does the Cell Theory state about cells?

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All cells come from other cells.

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What is an organism?

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Anything that can perform life processes by itself.

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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 is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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They are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is a cell wall?

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A rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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What is a vacuole?

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A storage structure in cells that can hold various substances.

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What is the difference between an organ and an organ system?

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An organ is made up of different tissues working together, while an organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform complex functions.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.