Discovery Of Cells Flashcards
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Cell Theory
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A widely accepted explanation of the relationship between cells and living things.
It states the following:
• 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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Cells
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basic unit of structure and function in living things.
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Multicellular
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Made of many cells
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Unicellular
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Made of a single, or one, cell
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Specialized Cells
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Cells that perform specific functions that benefit the entire multicellular
organism
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Tissue
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A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function
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Organ
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Different kinds of tissues that function together
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Organ System
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A group of organs that work together to perform a major function.
