8th Grade Life Science Flashcards

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cell

Front

Name one function of the cell membrane.

Back

Controls what enters and leaves the cell.

Front

What organelle is responsible for energy production in a cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Protein synthesis

Front

Define "tissue."

Back

A group of similar cells that perform a specific function.

Front

How do cells work together in multicellular organisms?

Back

They form tissues, organs, and systems that perform complex functions.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus?

Back

It houses the cell's DNA and controls cellular activities.

Front

What is cell theory?

Back

The theory that all living things are made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all cells come from pre-existing cells.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism.

Front

Give an example of a tissue type in humans.

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Muscle tissue