Flashcards: Fundamentals of Cell Structure and Function — 10 cards

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1Question

Cell Theory Parts — principles?

Answer

All living things are made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, cells come from pre-existing cells.

2Question

Prokaryotic Cell — nucleus?

Answer

No, prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus.

3Question

Eukaryotic Cell — organelles?

Answer

Yes, they have membrane-bound organelles.

4Question

Nucleus — function?

Answer

Stores DNA and controls cell activities.

5Question

Cell Membrane — role?

Answer

Regulates entry and exit of substances.

6Question

Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic — size?

Answer

Prokaryotic cells are smaller and simpler.

7Question

Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic — nucleus?

Answer

Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus; prokaryotic cells do not.

8Question

Nucleus — regulates?

Answer

Cell growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

9Question

Cell Membrane — permeability?

Answer

It is selectively permeable.

10Question

Cell Theory — founders?

Answer

Schleiden and Schwann.

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