9.2 and 9.1 Vocabulary

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The smallest unit of life.

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Cell

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The theory that states that all living things are made of one or more cells, the cell is the smallest unit of life, and all new cells come from preexisting cells.

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cell theory

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An explanation of observations or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations.

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Theory

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A cell that does not have a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles.

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Prokaryotic

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Membrane-surrounded component of a eukaryotic cell with a specialized function.

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Organelle

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A cell that has a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

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eukaryotic

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A living thing that is made up of only one cell.

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unicellular

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a living thing that is made up of two or more cells.

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multicellular

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an organism that can produce its own food using light, water, carbon dioxide, or other chemicals.

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autotroph

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An organism that eats plants or animals for energy and nutrients.

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heterotroph