Cell Theory

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All living things are made up of...

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cells

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What is a cell classified as?

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A basic unit of structure and function of all living organisms.

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Which scientist was the first to observe bacteria?

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Anton van Leeuwenhoek

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What type of cell is characterized by a nucleus and organelles?

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Eukaryote

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What type of cell lacks a nucleus?

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Prokaryote

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are found.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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It contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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What are organelles?

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Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus; eukaryotic cells do.