Biology and Cell Theory

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Magnification

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The number of times larger the image appears compared to the actual size of the object being viewed.

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Cell theory

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The concept that cells are the fundamental unit of structure, function, and organization in all living organisms.

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Function of Microscopes

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To observe how the structure of cells relates to their function.

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Assessment practice 1.9 task

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Work out the magnification for a cell with an actual size of 200 µm.

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Lysosomes

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Vesicles containing hydrolytic enzymes; break down waste material inside the cell.

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Lysosomes function

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Break down waste material using hydrolytic enzymes.

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Function of vesicles

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Transport materials inside the cell and release proteins at the cell surface membrane.

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Function of lysosomes

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Break down waste material and old organelles.

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Tonoplast function

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The tonoplast is the membrane surrounding the vacuole in plant cells.

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Chloroplasts function

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Chloroplasts conduct photosynthesis in plant cells.