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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the main function of mitochondria in a cell?
What is the main function of mitochondria in a cell?
What is unique about plant cells?
What is unique about plant cells?
What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?
What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?
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What is the process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells?
What is the process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells?
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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
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Why are cells important?
Why are cells important?
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Study Notes
Cell Organization
- Cells are the basic units of life, and they can come together to form tissues, organs, and organ systems.
- A group of organs working together to perform a specific function is called an organ system.
Cell Structure
- The cell membrane separates the cell from its environment and regulates what enters and leaves the cell.
- The cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance inside the cell membrane where metabolic activities take place.
- The nucleus is the control center of the cell where DNA is stored.
- Cytoplasmic organelles such as mitochondria, plastids, and lysosomes perform specific functions in the cell.
Cell Division
- Cell division is the process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells.
- It involves the replication of DNA, segregation of chromosomes, and the division of cytoplasm.
Plant and Animal Cells
- Plant cells have a cell wall made of cellulose, while animal cells do not.
- Plant cells have plastids (e.g., chloroplasts) that are responsible for photosynthesis, while animal cells do not.
- Plant cells have a large vacuole that stores water and nutrients, while animal cells have smaller vacuoles.
Cell Organelles
- Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.
- Plastids are organelles found in plant cells responsible for photosynthesis.
- Lysosomes are membrane-bound sacs that contain digestive enzymes and help break down waste materials.
Cell Functions
- Cells perform various functions such as metabolism, respiration, and photosynthesis.
- Cells grow, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and maintain homeostasis.
Cell Comparison
- Plant cells have a rigid cell wall, while animal cells do not.
- Plant cells have chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.
- Animal cells have a more irregular shape than plant cells.
Cell Importance
- Cells are the basic units of life, and their structure and function are essential for understanding biological processes.
- The study of cells helps us understand how living organisms function and respond to their environment.
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Cell Organization
- Cells are the basic units of life, and they can form tissues, organs, and organ systems.
- An organ system is a group of organs working together to perform a specific function.
Cell Structure
- The cell membrane separates the cell from its environment and regulates what enters and leaves the cell.
- Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance inside the cell membrane where metabolic activities take place.
- The nucleus is the control center of the cell where DNA is stored.
- Cytoplasmic organelles like mitochondria, plastids, and lysosomes perform specific functions in the cell.
Cell Division
- Cell division is the process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells.
- It involves the replication of DNA, segregation of chromosomes, and the division of cytoplasm.
Plant and Animal Cells
- Plant cells have a cell wall made of cellulose, whereas animal cells do not.
- Plant cells have plastids (e.g., chloroplasts) responsible for photosynthesis, whereas animal cells do not.
- Plant cells have a large vacuole storing water and nutrients, whereas animal cells have smaller vacuoles.
Cell Organelles
- Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.
- Plastids are organelles found in plant cells responsible for photosynthesis.
- Lysosomes are membrane-bound sacs containing digestive enzymes that help break down waste materials.
Cell Functions
- Cells perform various functions such as metabolism, respiration, and photosynthesis.
- Cells grow, reproduce, respond to stimuli, and maintain homeostasis.
Cell Comparison
- Plant cells have a rigid cell wall, whereas animal cells do not.
- Plant cells have chloroplasts, whereas animal cells do not.
- Animal cells have a more irregular shape than plant cells.
Cell Importance
- Cells are the basic units of life, essential for understanding biological processes.
- The study of cells helps us understand how living organisms function and respond to their environment.
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Learn about the basic units of life, how cells work together to form tissues, and the internal structures of a cell, including the cell membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus.
