Cell Structure and Function

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An organism made of only one cell is called . . .

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Unicellular

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To control the materials that pass into and out of the cell.

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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Site of ATP (energy) production.

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Organisms whose cells do not have a nucleus are called . . .

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Prokaryotes.

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Which organelle collects sunlight to make sugar during photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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To store genetic information and control cell activities.

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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.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.

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What is the function of the vacuole?

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To store water, nutrients, and waste products.