Cell Functions

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

Front

What process occurs when water diffuses across a membrane?

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Osmosis

Front

What are the three parts of Cell Theory?

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1. All living things are made of cells. 2. The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life. 3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.

Front

True or False: All cells come from pre-existing cells.

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True

Front

Which of the following is NOT part of Cell Theory: 1) All living things are made of cells, 2) The cell is the smallest living thing that can perform all the functions of life, 3) Cells are too small to see without a microscope, 4) All cells must come from pre-existing cells?

Back

Cells are too small to see without a microscope.

Front

What is the process called when a cell takes in materials from its environment?

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Endocytosis

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and control what enters and leaves.

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

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Cytoplasm

Front

What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.