3.1 Unit 3 Vocab

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Unicellular

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Organisms made up of a single cell that performs all necessary functions for life.

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Multicellular

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Organisms made up of multiple cells that work together to perform various functions.

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Cytoplasm

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The jelly-like substance inside a cell that contains organelles and is where many cellular processes occur.

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Cell Membrane

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The protective outer layer of a cell that regulates what enters and exits the cell.

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Structure

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The arrangement or organization of parts within a cell that determines its shape and function. (What does it look like?)

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Function

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The specific activity or role that a part of the cell performs. (What is its job?)

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Healing

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The process by which your body can repair or replace cells to recover from injury or damage.

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Nucleus

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The control center of a cell that contains genetic material (DNA) and regulates cell activities.

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Red Blood Cell

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A type of cell that carries oxygen from the lungs to all over the body.

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White Blood Cell

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A type of cell that is part of the immune system and helps the body fight off infections and diseases.