Vocab Unit 1 - 5

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What is the Autogenous Theory?

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A theory of how organelles arose in eukaryotic cells; proposes that organelles evolved internally within cells from the folding and internalization of the cell’s own membranes.

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What is a Carbohydrate?

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A biomolecule that performs various functions, including providing an immediate source of energy and structural support in cells.

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What is the Endosymbiotic Theory?

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A theory of how organelles arose in eukaryotic cells; proposes that certain organelles, specifically mitochondria and chloroplasts, were free living prokaryotes that were engulfed by a host cell, leading to a mutually beneficial relationship.

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What is a Eukaryotic Cell?

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A cell that contains a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a Lipid?

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A biomolecule that performs various functions, including cell membrane structure, long-term energy storage, and insulation.

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What is a Nucleic Acid?

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A biomolecule that stores genetic information.

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What is a Prokaryotic Cell?

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A cell that does not have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a Protein?

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A biomolecule that performs various functions, including functioning as enzymes; transporting molecules, antibodies, and hormones; and providing structure.

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What is a Virus?

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A nonliving, infectious agent that cannot reproduce without a host, obtain or use energy, or respond to the environment.

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Active Transport

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The movement of molecules across the cell membrane using ATP energy.