EOC Review Cells

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What is the function of a cell wall?

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Gives the cell a definite shape/structure, provides support, and provides protection.

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Which characteristic is not common to both prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells?

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Multicellular organisms.

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In a hypotonic solution, what happens to the water movement in a cell?

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Water moves into the cell.

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What is the function of cytoplasm?

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Gel-like fluid that helps to remove waste and creates a platform for other organelles.

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What type of transport is facilitated diffusion?

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A process that allows substances to cross membranes with the assistance of special proteins.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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Regulates what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.

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Define prokaryotic cells.

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Single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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Define eukaryotic cells.

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Cells that contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, can be unicellular or multicellular.

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What is osmosis?

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The diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Sites of protein synthesis where mRNA is translated into proteins.