Cells Test Flashcards
Define Single-Celled Organisms
Organisms that are made of only one cell.
Define Protists
A Type of cells
Define Cells
The Basic Unit of Life
Define Organelles
Performs special functions in the cell
Define Vacuoles
fluid-filled organelles that store materials such as food, water, sugar, minerals, and waste products; MUCH larger in plant cells
Define Organs
A unit made of tissue that serves a function.
Define The Cillia
hairs on a paramecium that help them swim
Define Cell Membrane
separates the cell from the surrounding environment and functions as a selective barrier for the import and export of materials.
Define Digestive Enzymes
Helps digest things in the cell. Stored in the lysosome
Define Ribosome
Makes Protines
Define Endoplasmic Reticulum
a membraneous structure that assembles proteins and other parts of the cell membrane
Define Multi Cellular Organisms
Organisms that are made of more than 1 cells.
Define Asexual Reproduction
Offspring from a single parent
Define Sexual Reproduction
2 parents creating a child.
Define Cytoplasim
Fluid-like gel substance that holds everything in place
Define Genetic Material
Materials Containing genetics
Define Chloroplasts
site of photosynthesis in plant cells. Turns sunlight energy into sugars for the cell to use for energy.
Define Mitochondrion
Energy To Food
Define Lysosome
Digests Celluar waste
Define Nuculus
Stores DNA
What’s The Difference Between Plant and Animal Cells?
None
What’s the difference between Prokaryote and Eukaryotic Cells
Prokaryote No membrane-bound organelles
Eukaryotic Membraine Bound organelles and has DNA
Cell Wall
Protective Thing That Protects the Cell
Define Eukaryote
have a nucleus that contains DNA and membrane-bound organelles
Define Prokaryote
do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles.
Define Lysosomes
gets rid of waste in the cell and contains strong digestive enzymes which, when released, can break down worn-out organelles
Define The Nuculus
where most of the genetic material (or DNA) of the cell is stored; only found in eukaryotes.
Define DNA
a self-replicating material that carries the genetic recipe for that organism.
