Word list G Unit 3 Lesson 3-4 (NUMS)

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What is an organism?

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A living thing that can carry out life processes by itself.

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What does the term 'function' refer to in biology?

Back

The activity of each part in an organism.

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What is meant by 'structure' in the context of biology?

Back

The arrangement of parts in an organism or an object.

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What are ribosomes?

Back

Organelles that make proteins by putting together chains of amino acids using instructions encoded in the cell's DNA.

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

Back

An organelle that assists in the production, processing, and transport of proteins and in the production of lipids.

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What is a tissue?

Back

A group of cells that work together to perform a specific function.

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What is an organ system?

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A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions in an organism.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Organelles that produce energy for the cell through cellular respiration.

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What is the cell wall?

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A rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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What is the nucleus?

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The organelle that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls its activities.