Basic Biological Principles

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What is an organ system?

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An organ system is made up of organs that work together to perform a certain function.

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What type of organism is a prokaryote?

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A prokaryote is a single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a tissue?

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A tissue is a group of cells that work together to perform a specific function, such as in bones, muscles, or nerves.

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What is one criterion used to define living things?

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All living things are made of cells.

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What organelles are responsible for making most of the cell's ATP?

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Mitochondria are the organelles responsible for making most of the cell's ATP.

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What is the main function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria harvest energy from organic compounds to produce ATP, the main energy currency of the cell.

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What is a eukaryote?

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A eukaryote is an organism whose cells contain a nucleus and other organelles enclosed within membranes.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in a cell?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy in plants.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and organelles.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris.