Cell Biology Basics

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The basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms.

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Cell

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Specialized subunit within a cell that has a specific function.

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Organelle

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A phospholipid bilayer that surrounds the cell and controls what enters and exits.

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Cell Membrane

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

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Cytoplasm

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Contains the cell’s genetic material (DNA); the control center of the cell.

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Nucleus

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Found inside the nucleus; produces ribosomes.

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Nucleolus

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Double membrane surrounding the nucleus.

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Nuclear Envelope