Unit 1 Vocabulary Quiz 2 Study Guide

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A process in which cells use oxygen to release energy stored in sugars.

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Cellular respiration

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The phase in the cell cycle during which the nucleus divides.

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Mitosis

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Structures in a cell that are enclosed by a membrane and perform particular functions.

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Organelles

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The smallest unit that is able to perform the basic functions of life.

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Cell

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Organisms whose cells do not have a nucleus and membrane bound organelles.

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Prokaryote

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A condition needed for health and functioning in which an organism or cell maintains a relatively stable internal environment- stays in balance.

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Homeostasis

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Organisms whose cells have a nucleus, surrounded by its own membrane.

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Eukaryote

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A term used to describe an organism that is made up of many cells.

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Multicellular

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A term used to describe an organism that is made up of one cell.

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Unicellular