Basic Structure And Function Of A Cell

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Is the study of the structures of the human body and the substances these structures are made of. It’s science of the interconnected detail of organisms or of their parts.

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Anatomy

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Is the study of the functions and activities performed by the body structures, including physical and chemical processes.

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Physiology

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Also known as microscopic anatomy, is the study of the structure and composition of tissue.

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Histology

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Are the basic unit of all living things - from bacteria to plants to animals to human beings

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Cells

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The cells of all living things are composed of a substance called

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Protoplasm

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A colorless, jellylike substance in which nutrients such as proteins, fats, carbohydrates, mineral salts, and water are present

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Protoplasm

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In addition to protoplasm, most cells also include a nucleus, __________ (small organs) and the cell membrane

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Organelles

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The ______ is the dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell. It plays an important part in cell reproduction and metabolism.

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Nucleus

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Within the nucleus of the cell is the _______.

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Nucleoplasm

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Nucleoplasm is the fluid that contains proteins and very important acids known as

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Deoxyribonucleic acid - DNA

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DNA is

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The genetic makeup including color of our eyes, skin and hair

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Take in nutrients, break them down and create energy for the cell. This works to keep the cell full of energy.

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Mitochondria

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This chemical energy used within cells for metabolism is called

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ATP - Adenosine Triphosphate

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Is the part of the cell that encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances to enter and leave. Controlling the introduction of substances into the cell and the removal of waste and other substances.

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Cell membrane

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Is the normal process of cell reproduction in human tissues that occurs when the cell divides into two identical cells called daughter cells.

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Mitosis

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Cells that divide into two identical cells are called

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Daughter cells

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Favorable conditions of a cell

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Supply of nutrients, oxygen, H2O, suitable temperature and ability to eliminate waste production

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Unfavorable conditions of a cell

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Toxins, disease, injury

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Is the chemical process that takes place in living organisms.

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Metabolism

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Converts nutrients to energy so the cell can function. Eliminates waste.

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Metabolism

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Allows for growth, responds to their environment and maintain their structures

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Metabolism