Cell Structure and Function-flash card

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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Who discovered cells and in what year?

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Robert Hooke discovered cells in 1665.

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What is the cell theory?

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1. All living things are made of cells. 2. Cells are the basic unit of life. 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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What are the two types of cells?

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Eukaryotic cells and prokaryotic cells.

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What is a eukaryote?

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An organism whose cells contain a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a prokaryote?

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An organism whose cells do not contain a nucleus or any other membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It controls the exchange of materials between the cell and its environment.

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What is the difference between light microscopes and electron microscopes?

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Light microscopes use light to view specimens, while electron microscopes use electrons for higher resolution.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the sites of aerobic respiration and ATP production.

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What is the role of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis.