Important Cell Key Terms Flashcards

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Organelle

A

a specialized part of a cell having some specific function

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Cellular Respiration

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the process of using O2(oxygen) to break down nutrients to release energy for the cell

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3
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Metabolism

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chemical reactions that happen in cells that allow organisms to grow & reproduce

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4
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Function

A

the special activity or “job” of an organelle

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5
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Eukaryotic Cells

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a cell that HAS a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles

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Prokaryotic Cells

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a cell that does NOT have a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles

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7
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Biotic

A

living or once living

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Abiotic

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non-living things such as air, sunlight, water

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9
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Homeostasis

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the ability of the body or a cell to maintain a condition of balance or equilibrium

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