Characteristics of Organisms Flashcard

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What is a Eukaryotic Cell?

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A cell that has organized DNA found in the nucleus.

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What is a Heterotroph?

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An organism that eats other organisms to survive.

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What is a Prokaryotic Cell?

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A cell that lacks a nucleus.

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What are Organelles?

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The small parts of a cell that perform specific functions.

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What does Unicellular mean?

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An organism made up of 1 cell.

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What is a Nucleus?

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The part of a eukaryotic cell that contains organized DNA.

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What is a Cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance within a cell that holds organelles.

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What is an Autotroph?

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An organism that can produce its own food, typically through photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus; prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is DNA?

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The molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms.