Cells Flashcards
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Cell theory
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A widely accepted explanation of the relationship between cells and living things.
- All living things are composed of cells
- Cells are the basic units of structure and function in living things
- All cells are produced from other cells
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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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Cells that perform specific functions to 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
