🤗HW21: 11.03

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What is the cell theory?

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The cell theory states that all living organisms are made of one or more cells, the cell is the basic unit of life, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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What is a prokaryotic cell?

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A prokaryotic cell is a simple, single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, such as bacteria.

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What is a eukaryotic cell?

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A eukaryotic cell is a complex cell that contains a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, found in organisms like plants, animals, and fungi.

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What is the main difference between fungi and plants?

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Fungi are heterotrophic (they obtain food by absorbing nutrients from their environment), while plants are autotrophic (they produce their own food through photosynthesis).

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What is chitin?

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Chitin is a tough, flexible polysaccharide that makes up the cell walls of fungi.

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What is cellulose?

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Cellulose is a complex carbohydrate that forms the cell walls of plants.

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What are unicellular organisms?

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Unicellular organisms are living entities that consist of a single cell, such as bacteria and some protists.

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What are multicellular organisms?

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Multicellular organisms are living entities that are made up of multiple cells, such as plants and animals.

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What is a protist?

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A protist is a diverse group of unicellular organisms that can have characteristics of plants, animals, or fungi.

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What is the role of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells and some protists that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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