CELLS Flashcards

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Cell theory

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A widely accepted explanation of relationship between cells and living things.
All cells come from cells
One cell organisms in water
Cells in all living things including trees.

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Cell

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The basic unit of structure and function in living things.

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Multicellular

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Consisting of many cells.

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Unicellular

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Made of a single cell.

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Specialized cells

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They perform specific functions that benefit the entire organism.

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Tissue

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A group of similar cells that perform a specific function.

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Organ

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A body structure that is composed of different kinds of tissues that work together.

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Organ System

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A group of organs that work together to perform a major function.

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