Hierarchal Order

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What is a virus?

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A virus is a microscopic parasite that infects cells in biological organisms. They are made of RNA or DNA surrounded by a protein coat.

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What do both eukaryotes and prokaryotes carry out?

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Both eukaryotes and prokaryotes can carry out the function of life.

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What is the control center of the cell?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell that contains DNA and the nucleolus.

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What type of cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles.

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How does a paramecium move and find food?

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A paramecium uses cilia to move and find food.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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What are eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells are cells that have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are unicellular organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures that synthesize proteins.