Bio 7.1
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emmacantthinkofaname on October 19, 2010
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 cell | basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms |
| cell theory | fundamental ideas of modern biology; states that: all living organisms are composed of more of more cells, cells are the basic unit of structure and organization of all living organisms, and cells arise from previously existing cells |
| plasma membrane | special bounding that controls what enters and leaves all cells |
| organelles | specialized structures that carry out specific cell functions |
| eukaryotic cells | contains a nucleus and other organelles; bound by membranes |
| nucleus | central organelle that contains genetic material in the form of DNA |
| Prokaryotic cells | cells without a nucleus and other membrane bound organelles |
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