Important Cell Key Terms Flashcards
1
Q
Organelle
A
a specialized part of a cell having some specific function
2
Q
Cellular Respiration
A
the process of using O2(oxygen) to
break down nutrients to release energy for the cell
3
Q
Metabolism
A
chemical reactions that happen in cells that allow organisms to grow & reproduce
4
Q
Function
A
the special activity or “job” of an organelle
5
Q
Eukaryotic Cells
A
a cell that HAS a nucleus or other
membrane-bound organelles
6
Q
Prokaryotic Cells
A
a cell that does NOT have a
nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles
7
Q
Biotic
A
living or once-living
8
Q
Abiotic
A
non-living things such as air, sunlight, water
9
Q
Homeostasis
A
the ability of the body or a cell to
maintain a condition of balance or
equilibrium
