Unit 3: Cell Theory, Structures, Specialized Cells

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What is the basic unit of life?

Back

Cells

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What is the main idea of the Cell Theory?

Back

All living things are made of cells, and cells are the basic unit of life.

Front

What structures are embedded in the cell membrane to facilitate transport?

Back

Proteins

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

Back

Storage of substances such as water, nutrients, and waste.

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What organelles are involved in cell division in animal cells?

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Centrioles

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What type of cells are designed to perform specific functions?

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Specialized cells

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What is the role of carbohydrates in the cell membrane?

Back

They help in cell recognition and signaling.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cell vacuoles?

Back

Plant cells have large central vacuoles, while animal cells have smaller, numerous vacuoles.

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What are spindle fibers and their role during cell division?

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They help separate chromosomes during mitosis.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It regulates what enters and exits the cell.