Life Science Final Exam Review

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What is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions?

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the cell

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Which cell structure is found in plant and animal cells and controls what can come into or leave a cell?

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cell membrane

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What is one basic function of the vacuoles?

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storing water

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What is the main function of the chloroplasts found in plant cells?

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to absorb light energy and manufacture food

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A rigid layer that lies outside the cell's  membrane is...

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Cell Wall

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What is the jelly-like substance inside of cells called?

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cytoplasm

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Characteristics of most cells: make their own food, can only be seen using a microscope, they all have a cell wall, they are found only in humans.

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can only be seen using a microscope

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You accidentally cut yourself. It is small and barely bleeds. What should you do?

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tell the teacher

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Is it okay to use chipped or broken glassware?

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False

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If you do not understand a direction or part of a lab procedure, you should

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ask the instructor before proceeding