Cell Biology Basics

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Cell Membrane

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Controls what enters and exits the cell.

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Cell Wall

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The cell wall is a rigid layer that is found outside the cell membrane and surrounds the cell, providing structural support and protection. It is present in plants cells only.

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Chloroplast

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Helps plants make food. They capture light energy and convert it into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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Cytoplasm

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Cytoplasm is the gel-like substance that houses nutrients and organelles.

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Mitochondria

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell. They produce energy for the organism to carry out their functions.

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Nucleus

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It is the control center of the cell, responsible for regulating the activities of the cell and houses genetic material.

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Vacuole

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stores water, food, waste products or other materials.

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Cell Organelles

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Tiny structures found inside the cell that have a specific function.

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Plant Cell

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Plant cells have all the structures animal cells do but hey also have a cell wall and chloroplasts.

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Cell

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A basic unit of structure and function of life. All living things are made of cells.