Cells Flashcards
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1
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Define cell anatomy
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The study of cell structure
2
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Define cell physiology
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The study of cell function
3
Q
between each cell they all have incredible what? (two things)
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similarity and diversity
4
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Cells are the basic unit of what?
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Life
5
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What are the 4 components of cell theory
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- cells are the basic structural and functional units for the living
- organisms depend on individual and combined cell activity
- cell biochemical activity is determined by shape
- cells arise from other cells
6
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The 3 main parts of a cell
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- plasma membrane
- cytoplasm and organelles
- Nucleus
7
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Plasma membrane
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- outer boundary of the cell (barrier)
- separates extracellular fluid from intracellular
8
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Cytoplasm
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- intracellular fluid packed with organelles
9
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Organelles
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-small cell structures
- perform specific cell functions
10
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Nucleus
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organelles that control cellular activity
