Cell Biology Flashcards

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Cells were discovered in the 1600s. Microscopes allowed scientists to study cell structure and function.

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The discovery of cells and the invention of microscopes revolutionized biology.

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Prokaryotic Cells: - No nucleus. - Smaller and simpler.

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and are less complex.

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All cells contain DNA and are surrounded by a cell membrane.

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DNA and cell membranes are common features of all cells.

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Key Terms: - Cell theory - Cell membrane - Nucleus - Eukaryote - Prokaryote

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Important vocabulary for understanding cell biology.

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Plant vs. Animal Cells: - Plant: Cell wall, chloroplasts, large vacuole. - Animal: No cell wall, no chloroplasts, smaller vacuoles.

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Key differences between plant and animal cells.

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Ribosomes: - Protein synthesis.

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Ribosomes are responsible for making proteins.

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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): - Rough ER: Has ribosomes, makes proteins.

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The rough ER aids in protein production with the help of ribosomes.

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Microscopes enabled scientists to study cell structure and function.

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Microscopes are essential tools for understanding cells.

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Eukaryotic cells are larger and more complex than prokaryotic cells.

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Eukaryotic cells contain a nucleus and are more advanced.

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DNA is a common feature found in all cells.

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DNA is the genetic material shared by all cells.