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What was the term 'cell' first used to describe by Robert Hooke in 1665?
little bases in a plant material (cork)
What surrounds the nucleus in a cell?
a jelly-like substance called the cytoplasm
What is the function of the cell membrane?
to control the traffic of substances into and out of the cell
What is the cell membrane made up of?
layers of lipid (fat) molecules sandwiched between layers of protein
What does the term 'semi-permeable' mean in relation to the cell membrane?
it allows certain chemicals to get in and out of the cell but prevents the passage of others
What are the structures called that perform most of the life-related activities in the cell?
organelles
What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
protein synthesis
What is found on one side of the endoplasmic reticulum?
ground substance of the cytoplasm and soluble proteins of the cell
What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
synthesis of lipids
Test your knowledge on the structure and function of cells in plant material, focusing on components like the nucleus, cytoplasm, and cell membrane. Learn about the history of cell discovery and the role of Robert Hooke in coining the term 'cell'.
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