Cell Biology Flashcards

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Smallest unit that can live on its own and makes up all living things

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Cell

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Discovered cells in 1665

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Robert Hooke

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Difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus

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Example of a prokaryotic organism

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Bacteria

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Two types of eukaryotic cells

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Plant cells and animal cells

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Structure that provides support and protection in plant cells but is absent in animal cells

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Cell wall

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Function of the nucleus

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To control cell activities and contain genetic material (DNA)

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Main function of chloroplasts

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To carry out photosynthesis

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Products of photosynthesis

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Glucose and oxygen

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Organelle where cellular respiration primarily occurs

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Mitochondria