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What type of organism consists of only a single cell that carries out all life processes?
What type of organism consists of only a single cell that carries out all life processes?
What type of organism is composed of many cells which perform specialized and specific functions?
What type of organism is composed of many cells which perform specialized and specific functions?
All cells, whether prokaryotic or eukaryotic, will contain structures known as ______.
All cells, whether prokaryotic or eukaryotic, will contain structures known as ______.
organelles
What is the function of the cell wall?
What is the function of the cell wall?
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What is the function of the nucleus?
What is the function of the nucleus?
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What is the function of the cell membrane?
What is the function of the cell membrane?
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What is the function of the cytoskeleton?
What is the function of the cytoskeleton?
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What is the function of cilia and flagella?
What is the function of cilia and flagella?
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What is the function of the nuclear envelope?
What is the function of the nuclear envelope?
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What is the function of the chromatin?
What is the function of the chromatin?
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What is the function of the ribosome?
What is the function of the ribosome?
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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
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What is the function of the mitochondria?
What is the function of the mitochondria?
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What is the function of lysosomes?
What is the function of lysosomes?
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What is the function of vacuoles?
What is the function of vacuoles?
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What is the function of the cytoplasm?
What is the function of the cytoplasm?
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Study Notes
Cellular Structure and Function
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Unicellular Organisms: Consist of a single cell that performs all life functions.
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Multicellular Organisms: Composed of many cells with specialized functions.
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Cellular Structures (Common to Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells): All cells have various structures.
Cellular Structures and Their Functions
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Cell Membrane: Attaches the cell to surfaces.
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Nucleus: Regulatory center of the cell.
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Cytoplasm: Holds the cell's components and protects them from damage.
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Cytoskeleton: Provides structural strength and support.
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Flagella/Cilia: Used for movement.
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Nucleus: Control center of the cell
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Nuclear Envelope: Controls what enters and leaves the nucleus.
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DNA/Chromatin: Contains the genetic information in the nucleus.
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Ribosomes: Responsible for making proteins.
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Golgi Apparatus: Responsible for sorting and packaging proteins and lipids.
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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Transport system of the cell (Rough ER involved with protein production).
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Mitochondria: Where most of the cell's ATP (energy) is produced; the powerhouse of the cell.
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Lysosomes: The digestive system of the cell; degrades and recycles cellular waste.
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Vacuoles: Stores water and other excess materials.
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Cytosol: A semifluid matrix where organelles are suspended.
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This quiz explores the essential structures and functions of both unicellular and multicellular organisms. It covers key cellular components such as the nucleus, cell membrane, and ribosomes, highlighting their roles in overall cell function. Test your knowledge on cell biology and the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.