Chapter 1 Flashcards
What are Cells?
The basic unit of a living thing
What are the 4 things needed to be a cell?
Cell membrane, cytoplasm, genetic material (DNA) and ribosomes
What are ribosomes?
they are synthesized amino acids
What is the nucleus?
specific area for DNA
Which has a nucleus: A prokaryote or a Eurkaryote?
A Eurkayote
What is the name of the area for prokaryotes to store DNA?
A Nuclecid
What are the characteristics of a Prokaryote?
single-celled, Asexual, less complex
What are the characteristics of a Eukaryote?
sexual, complex, single/multiple
What is Biology?
The study of life
What are the properties of life?
1) Order/ Organization, 2) Sensitivity/ Response to stimuli, 3) Adaptation, 4) Reproduction, 5)Growth and Development, Regulation/ Homeostasis, 7) Energy Processing