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What type of microscope was used to discover new, smaller cell structures?
What type of microscope was used to discover new, smaller cell structures?
Light microscopes can show all the structures found in a cell.
Light microscopes can show all the structures found in a cell.
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What are specialized structures within cells that carry out specific functions called?
What are specialized structures within cells that carry out specific functions called?
Organelles
Cells can be thought of as living ______ that make everything necessary for them to live.
Cells can be thought of as living ______ that make everything necessary for them to live.
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Match the following cell structures with their functions:
Match the following cell structures with their functions:
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Which of the following structures are found in both animal and plant cells?
Which of the following structures are found in both animal and plant cells?
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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, responsible for regulating cellular activities.
The nucleus is the control center of the cell, responsible for regulating cellular activities.
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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?
What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?
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The ______ provides structural support and protection to plant cells.
The ______ provides structural support and protection to plant cells.
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Match the following cell structures with their primary functions:
Match the following cell structures with their primary functions:
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Which of these structures is primarily responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
Which of these structures is primarily responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
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Vacuoles are larger and more prominent in animal cells than in plant cells.
Vacuoles are larger and more prominent in animal cells than in plant cells.
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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
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What happened to the red blood cell in photo B of Figure 2.31?
What happened to the red blood cell in photo B of Figure 2.31?
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The cell membrane is selectively permeable, meaning it allows all substances to pass through freely.
The cell membrane is selectively permeable, meaning it allows all substances to pass through freely.
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What process is responsible for the movement of water from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration across a selectively permeable membrane?
What process is responsible for the movement of water from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration across a selectively permeable membrane?
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In Figure 2.31, photo A shows a normal red blood cell in a solution where the concentration of water is ______ inside and outside the cell.
In Figure 2.31, photo A shows a normal red blood cell in a solution where the concentration of water is ______ inside and outside the cell.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of these is NOT a factor to consider when designing an experiment to test the effect of osmosis on cells?
Which of these is NOT a factor to consider when designing an experiment to test the effect of osmosis on cells?
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To ensure a fair test, it is important to keep all variables except the independent variable constant.
To ensure a fair test, it is important to keep all variables except the independent variable constant.
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How can you ensure that your experiment testing the effect of osmosis on cells is fair?
How can you ensure that your experiment testing the effect of osmosis on cells is fair?
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Which of the following is an example of a multicellular organism?
Which of the following is an example of a multicellular organism?
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Unicellular organisms are always microscopic.
Unicellular organisms are always microscopic.
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What is the name given to tiny living things like mycoplasma?
What is the name given to tiny living things like mycoplasma?
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Diatoms are ______ organisms, meaning they are made up of only one cell.
Diatoms are ______ organisms, meaning they are made up of only one cell.
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Which of the following is NOT a function that a single-celled organism can perform?
Which of the following is NOT a function that a single-celled organism can perform?
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Unicellular organisms are simpler than multicellular organisms because they lack specialized cells.
Unicellular organisms are simpler than multicellular organisms because they lack specialized cells.
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What are the structures that help unicellular organisms perform specific functions?
What are the structures that help unicellular organisms perform specific functions?
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All multicellular organisms have specialized cells that perform specific functions.
All multicellular organisms have specialized cells that perform specific functions.
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The scientist who first observed unicellular organisms was named ______.
The scientist who first observed unicellular organisms was named ______.
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a unicellular organism?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a unicellular organism?
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Why is it important for cells to interact with each other in multicellular organisms?
Why is it important for cells to interact with each other in multicellular organisms?
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Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
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What type of microscope was primarily used by Antony van Leeuwenhoek to observe unicellular organisms?
What type of microscope was primarily used by Antony van Leeuwenhoek to observe unicellular organisms?
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All living things, regardless of their cellular structure, share most of the same organelles.
All living things, regardless of their cellular structure, share most of the same organelles.
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What is the primary purpose of the 'Inquiry Activity' described in the text?
What is the primary purpose of the 'Inquiry Activity' described in the text?
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What is the primary function of xylem in plants?
What is the primary function of xylem in plants?
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Water bears can survive in extreme conditions, such as extreme temperatures and lack of water.
Water bears can survive in extreme conditions, such as extreme temperatures and lack of water.
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What is the function of the waterproof layer in plant tissues?
What is the function of the waterproof layer in plant tissues?
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The ______ tissue in plants is responsible for transporting food.
The ______ tissue in plants is responsible for transporting food.
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Match the following plant tissues with their primary function:
Match the following plant tissues with their primary function:
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Which of the following is NOT a function of root hairs?
Which of the following is NOT a function of root hairs?
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Phloem and xylem tissues are arranged in a circle around the stem.
Phloem and xylem tissues are arranged in a circle around the stem.
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Why are cells considered the basic unit of life?
Why are cells considered the basic unit of life?
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Flashcards
Electron Microscope
Electron Microscope
A microscope that uses electrons to magnify small structures in cells.
Organelles
Organelles
Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.
Light Microscope Limitations
Light Microscope Limitations
Cannot resolve all cellular structures effectively.
Cell as a Factory
Cell as a Factory
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Mitochondria
Mitochondria
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Multicellular organisms
Multicellular organisms
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Unicellular organisms
Unicellular organisms
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Diatoms
Diatoms
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Acetabularia
Acetabularia
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Specialized structures
Specialized structures
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Functions of unicellular organisms
Functions of unicellular organisms
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Food chain importance
Food chain importance
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Comparison of complexity
Comparison of complexity
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Vacuole
Vacuole
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Nucleus
Nucleus
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Cell Wall
Cell Wall
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Cell Membrane
Cell Membrane
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Cytoplasm
Cytoplasm
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Chloroplasts
Chloroplasts
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Animal Cell vs Plant Cell
Animal Cell vs Plant Cell
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Water Bears
Water Bears
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Phloem
Phloem
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Xylem
Xylem
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Protective Tissues
Protective Tissues
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Transport Tissues
Transport Tissues
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Storage Tissues
Storage Tissues
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Root Hairs
Root Hairs
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Tissues and Cells of the Stem
Tissues and Cells of the Stem
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Specialized cells
Specialized cells
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Antony van Leeuwenhoek
Antony van Leeuwenhoek
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Microscope
Microscope
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Light microscope
Light microscope
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Wet mount
Wet mount
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Observation procedure
Observation procedure
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Osmosis
Osmosis
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Selectively Permeable
Selectively Permeable
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Diffusion
Diffusion
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Saltwater Effect
Saltwater Effect
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Pure Water Effect
Pure Water Effect
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Reverse Osmosis
Reverse Osmosis
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Concentration Gradient
Concentration Gradient
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Cell Membrane Function
Cell Membrane Function
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Study Notes
Compound Light Microscope
- Eyepiece: Magnifies the image
- Coarse Adjustment Knob: Moves the stage up and down to initially focus on the specimen. Use with the lowest power objective lens.
- Fine Adjustment Knob: Used to bring the specimen into sharper focus. Use with any objective lens, primarily medium and high-power ones.
- Revolving Nosepiece: Holds the objective lenses and allows the lenses to be rotated to select a desired magnification.
- Objective Lenses: Provide different magnification strengths.
- Stage: Holds the slide with the specimen.
- Stage Clips: Hold the slide firmly in place.
- Diaphragm: Adjusts the amount of light passing through the specimen.
- Lamp: Provides light for viewing the specimen.
- Arm: Supports the microscope for carrying.
- Base: Provides the foundation.
Microscope Handling Hints
- Keep both eyes open when viewing the specimen.
- Use the coarse adjustment knob only with the lowest-power objective lens.
- Avoid getting dirt or fingerprints on the lenses. Clean them with proper lens cleaning paper only.
- Keep the stage dry.
- If using a mirror instead of a lamp, be careful not to reflect direct sunlight into the microscope to avoid damaging your eyes.
- When carrying the microscope, support the base with one hand and the arm with the other.
Trying Out a Microscope
- Place a prepared slide on the stage.
- Ensure the lens is switched to the lowest power.
- Use the coarse adjustment knob to focus the image.
- Use the fine adjustment knob for accurate focusing on the image.
- Draw a sketch of what you observed.
Cells and Systems
- Cells are the basic unit of life
- Cells work together in tissues to perform functions
- Tissues form organs
- Organs form organ systems in humans, to maintain life.
Cell Structure
- Cell membrane: Thin line that surrounds the cell, allowing certain substances in and out.
- Cell wall: Rigid, frame-like covering that surrounds the cell membrane in plant cells.
- Cytoplasm: Fluid inside the cell that contains bits.
- Nucleus: Large, dark, spherical structure typically found in the center of the cell.
- Vacuoles: Clear, liquid-filled spaces within the cytoplasm that store substances.
Comparing Plant and Animal Cells
- Similar structures: Cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus
- Differences: Plant cells contain cell walls, chloroplasts, and large central vacuoles, while animal cells may contain smaller vacuoles.
Preparing a Wet Mount
- Gather a clean cover slip, glass slide, eyedropper, tweezers, and water.
- Place one drop of water on the center of a glass slide.
- Use tweezers to place a specimen (e.g., a letter "e") on the water drop
- Carefully place a cover slip over the specimen, avoiding air bubbles.
Preparing and Viewing a Cell Specimen
- Remove the skin from an onion.
- Prepare a wet mount using the onion skin.
- View and sketch your observations using different magnification levels.
Viewing Plant and Animal Cells
- Electron microscopes show more cellular structures than light microscopes.
- Cells are composed of specialized structures called organelles.
- The organelles have specific cellular functions such as movement, growth and energy transformation.
Cells in Multicellular Organisms
- Unicellular organisms exist as a single cell.
- Multicellular organisms are composed of multiple cells.
- Cells work in concert as tissues, organs and organ systems, for organism function.
- Cells reproduce to replace damaged cells or to support growth of the organism.
Tissues in Plants
- Plant cells are organized into tissues.
- These include photosynthetic, protective, and transport tissues.
Effects of Different Solutions on Cells
- Saltwater solutions cause water to leave the cells.
- Cells in pure water take in water, resulting in expansion.
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