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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Prokaryotic | a cell that lacks a nucleus and has free-floating DNA |
| eukaryotic | a cell that has a nucleus and is normally more complex then a prokaryotic cell |
| organelle | "mini organ"- a cell structure with a specific function |
| plasma membrane | the outer region of a cell that r"regulates traffic" and protects the cell |
| diffusion | particles tend to move from an area of more concentration to an area of less concentration |
| osmosis | diffusion of water through selectively permeable membrane |
| hypertonic | "above strength" concentration on the outside of a cell |
| hypotonic | "below strength" concentration on the inside of a cell |
| isotonic | "same strength" the same concentration on both sides of the cell |
| endocytosis | when the cell surounds its food and engulfs it |
| exocytosis | when the vesicle fuses with the plasma membrane and expels all of its "trash" |
| Terms | 11 |
| Creator | tholbrook |
| Created | January 18, 2009 |
| Group | STUDY BUDDIES!!! |
| Subject | biology |
| Access | Anyone |
| Edit | Group: STUDY BUDDIES!!! |