Unit 1 Review: Cells

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What types of cells have DNA?

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Both prokaryote and eukaryote cells have DNA.

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What is a cell that lacks a nucleus?

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A prokaryote is a cell that lacks a nucleus.

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What type of cells are plant and animal cells?

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Plant and animal cells are eukaryote cells.

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What does it mean when we say eukaryotes are 'complex'?

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Eukaryotes are considered complex because they have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What types of cells are living?

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Both prokaryote and eukaryote cells are living.

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Define prokaryote.

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A prokaryote is a single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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Define eukaryote.

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A eukaryote is an organism whose cells contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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The nucleus houses the cell's DNA and controls the cell's activities.

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What are membrane-bound organelles?

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Membrane-bound organelles are specialized structures within a cell that are enclosed by membranes, such as the mitochondria and endoplasmic reticulum.

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Give an example of a prokaryotic organism.

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Bacteria are examples of prokaryotic organisms.