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What is a Cell?

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The smallest unit of life

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What is a Cell?

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The smallest unit of life

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3 laws of Cell Theory?

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  1. A cell is the basic unit of life
  2. All cells come from pre-existing cells
  3. All living things are made up of one or more cells
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3 laws of Cell Theory?

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  1. A cell is the basic unit of life
  2. All cells come from pre-existing cells
  3. All living things are made up of one or more cells
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What is an Organelle?

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A structure within a cell which helps carry out cell functions

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What are the 2 types of Cells?

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Eukaryotes and Prokaryotes

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What is the Cell membrane?

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Protective Barrier around the cell

Function: Enclose the whole cell and control what goes in and out of the cell.

Location: Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the Cytoplasm?

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Jelly like substance inside the cell

Function: Holds all organelles in place and is where chemical reactions take place

Location: Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the Nucleus?

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The control center of the cell

Function: Holds genetic information inside. The mastermind behind the cell

Location: Plant and Animal cells

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What is the Nucleus?

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The control center of the cell

Function: Holds genetic information inside. The mastermind behind the cell

Location: Plant and Animal cells

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What is a prokaryotic cell?

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A bacteria cell

Does not have a nucleus

Does not have complex organelles

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What is a stem cell?

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A stem cell is a cell which can turn into any other type of cell

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