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science-Topic 2
The cell systems
Question | Answer |
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Cells | the basic unit of structure and function in living things. |
microscope | an instrument that makes objects look larger |
cell theory | is a widely accepted explanation of the relationship between cells and living things |
distinguish | two separate structures that are close together |
organelle | is a tiny cell |
structure | different organelles have a different structure |
function | Also some organelles are found only in plant cells |
cell wall | cell wall |
cell membrane | is a thin flexible barrier that surrounds a cell and controls which substances pass into and out of a cell. |
cytoplasm | fills the region between the cell membrane and the nucleus |
Mitochondria | convert energy stored in food to energy |
chloroplast | is and organelle in the cells of plants and some other organisms that captures energy from the sunlight. |
vacuole | a sack like organelle that stores water and food |
selectively permeable | which means some substances can cross the membrane, |