U1 Vocabulary

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Cell

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The basic unit of life that carries out all living functions.

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Cell Wall

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A rigid outer layer that provides support and protection; found in plants, fungi, and some prokaryotes.

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Central Vacuole

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A large storage compartment in plant cells that holds water, nutrients, and waste; helps maintain cell shape.

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Chlorophyll

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The green pigment inside chloroplasts that captures sunlight for photosynthesis.

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Chloroplast

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An organelle in plant cells where photosynthesis happens, turning sunlight into food.

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Cytoplasm

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The jelly-like substance inside the cell that holds organelles in place.

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Cytosol

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The fluid part of the cytoplasm where many chemical reactions occur.

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Electron Microscope

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A powerful microscope that uses electrons to view very small details inside cells.

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Eukaryote

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A cell with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles; includes plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

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Flagellum

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A long, tail-like structure that helps some cells move.