General Biology 7A
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flemingb Plus on February 2, 2012
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CHS General Biology - Fleming/Smejkal/Coop
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 cells whose genetic material is contained within a nucleus | eukaryote |
| basic unit of life | cell |
| gel-like material just inside the cell membrane that contains many important organelles | cytoplasm |
| cells whose genetic material is NOT contained within a nucleus | prokaryote |
| concept that states all living things are composed of cells, cells are the basic unit of structure & function in living things, and new cells are produced from existing cells | cell theory |
| strong layer around the cell membrane in plant cells, algae, & bacteria that provides structural support | cell wall |
| structure that contains the cell's genetic material & controls all of the cells activities | nucleus |
| thin, flexible barrier around the cell that controls what substances enter & exit | cell membrane |
| specialized structures found in the cytoplasm that perform specific cellular functions | organelles |
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