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Cell Structure and Function

The study of the components and organization of cells, including the cell membrane, cytoskeleton, and organelles, and their roles in maintaining cellular homeostasis, regulating cell growth and division, and facilitating communication between cells

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Biology
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Cells are the fundamental units of life, each performing specific functions that contribute to the overall health and operation of an organism. Understanding cell structure, including the roles of organelles like the nucleus and mitochondria, is crucial for grasping how life functions at a microscop...

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Key Terms

Cell
The smallest unit of life that can function independently.

Example: A single bacterium is a cell.

Organelle
Specialized structures within a cell that perform distinct functions.

Example: Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell.

Cell Membrane
A protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

Example: The cell membrane is selectively permeable.

Nucleus
The organelle that contains the cell's genetic material.

Example: The nucleus directs cell activities.

Cytoplasm
The jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are located.

Example: Cytoplasm is where most cellular processes occur.

Mitochondria
Organelles that produce energy for the cell through respiration.

Example: Mitochondria convert glucose into ATP.

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The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.
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The process by which a cell divides into two or more cells.
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Genetics
The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.
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Key Concepts

Cell MembraneNucleusOrganellesCytoplasm