Cell Flashcards
1
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Cytoplasm
A
All parts of a eukaryotic cell within the membrane - except for the nucleus
2
Q
Cytosol
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The aqueous solution which contains ions and organic molecules
3
Q
Cytoskeleton
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Connected fibres and tubes which gives structure and support to the cell
4
Q
Nucleoid
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The middle area of a prokaryotic cell where the DNA is replicated and RNA is transcribed
5
Q
Nucleus
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The middle region of a eukaryotic cell separated by membrane from the rest of the cytoplasm and where DNA is replicated and RNA is transcribed
6
Q
What is the Cell Theory?
A
- All organisms are made up of one or more cell
- The cell is the smallest structural and functional unit of life
- Cells can only come to be by growth and division from pre-existing cells
7
Q
What invention was instrumental in the development of the Cell Theory?
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Microscope