cells Crossword Puzzles

cells 2022-11-22

cells crossword puzzle
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  1. under your skin
  2. in the blood and spleen
  3. in spaces called lacunae
  4. every where on the planet
  5. within the walls of large blood vesicles
  6. middle of the cell
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  1. found in blood
  2. in the blood and lymph tissue
  3. mostly live in the bone marrow
  4. found in the brain and spinal cord
  5. in the walls of hollow organs

11 Clues: found in blood • under your skin • middle of the cell • in the blood and spleen • in spaces called lacunae • every where on the planet • in the blood and lymph tissue • in the walls of hollow organs • mostly live in the bone marrow • found in the brain and spinal cord • within the walls of large blood vesicles

cells 2022-11-22

cells crossword puzzle
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  1. where food is made
  2. make protein
  3. stores things (water)(food)(waste)
  4. provides Energy
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  1. protects and supports the cell
  2. apparatus packages and delivers protein
  3. Breaks things down
  4. tunnels protein move through
  5. in and out
  6. Liquid in a cell
  7. control center

11 Clues: in and out • make protein • control center • provides Energy • Liquid in a cell • where food is made • Breaks things down • tunnels protein move through • protects and supports the cell • stores things (water)(food)(waste) • apparatus packages and delivers protein

Cells 2022-10-12

Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. Controls who can exit and enter the cell
  2. Packaging and "Mailing" system for the cell
  3. Transportation of items throughout the cell produces fats
  4. Gel-like fluid that supports organelles
  5. Stores food, water and waste
  6. Provides structure and support for the cell
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  1. responsible for absorbing sunlight to create food
  2. Converts glucose sugar into a usable form of energy
  3. Makes proteins
  4. Directs cellular activities
  5. Contains digestive enzymes to break down molecules

11 Clues: Makes proteins • Directs cellular activities • Stores food, water and waste • Gel-like fluid that supports organelles • Controls who can exit and enter the cell • Packaging and "Mailing" system for the cell • Provides structure and support for the cell • responsible for absorbing sunlight to create food • Contains digestive enzymes to break down molecules • ...

Cells 2022-05-19

Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. creates sugar and is only in the plant cell
  2. the outer layer of animal cells
  3. controls the organelles functions
  4. the powerhouse of the cell
  5. true or false the nucleus was the first cell discovered
  6. strong wall around cell, only in plant cells
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  1. does the nucleus have a membrane
  2. where do cells come from
  3. how much space does the nucleus take up
  4. which cell is more rectangular shape
  5. What is like the consistency of the cytoplasm

11 Clues: where do cells come from • the powerhouse of the cell • the outer layer of animal cells • does the nucleus have a membrane • controls the organelles functions • which cell is more rectangular shape • how much space does the nucleus take up • creates sugar and is only in the plant cell • strong wall around cell, only in plant cells • ...

cells 2023-10-03

cells crossword puzzle
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  1. An oval-shaped, membrane-bound organelle, also called the “Powerhouse of The Cell”.
  2. makes its own food
  3. A membrane-bound cellular organelle present in the cytoplasm, which contains the reducing enzyme
  4. is the medium for reactions reaction.
  5. is a network of membranous canals filled with fluid.
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  1. it eats the producers
  2. actively involved in the manufacturing, storage as well as transportation of products from the ER.
  3. The cell nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle found in eukaryotic cells
  4. produce proteins by assembling amino acid sequences according to the instructions contained in the genetic code.
  5. their primary function is to store food, water, carbohydrates in the form of sugars and waste materials.
  6. is a membrane-bound organelle found in many animal cells. They are spherical vesicles that contain hydrolytic enzymes that can break down many kinds of biomolecules.

11 Clues: makes its own food • it eats the producers • is the medium for reactions reaction. • is a network of membranous canals filled with fluid. • The cell nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle found in eukaryotic cells • An oval-shaped, membrane-bound organelle, also called the “Powerhouse of The Cell”. • ...

Cells 2023-10-11

Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. an instrument used for viewing very small objects
  2. the parts of something
  3. not depending on another
  4. to divide things or people into groups according to their type
  5. (Single-Celled) a living thing made up of only one cell
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  1. (Many Cells or Multi-Celled) a living thing made up of more than one cell
  2. to inspect closely or look at
  3. to take (move) or carry from one place to another
  4. to have a specific function
  5. a living thing
  6. the smallest unit of life that is classified as a living thing

11 Clues: a living thing • the parts of something • not depending on another • to have a specific function • to inspect closely or look at • to take (move) or carry from one place to another • an instrument used for viewing very small objects • (Single-Celled) a living thing made up of only one cell • the smallest unit of life that is classified as a living thing • ...

Cells 2025-02-12

Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. Jelly-like substance inside the cell
  2. Stores water, nutrients, and waste in plant cells
  3. membrane The outer boundary of animal cells
  4. Site of photosynthesis in plant cells
  5. The powerhouse of the cell
  6. Packages and transports proteins
  7. The control center of the cell
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  1. The site where proteins are made
  2. The rough or smooth organelle that helps in protein and lipid production
  3. The framework that gives the cell its shape
  4. The rigid outer layer of plant cells

11 Clues: The powerhouse of the cell • The control center of the cell • The site where proteins are made • Packages and transports proteins • Jelly-like substance inside the cell • The rigid outer layer of plant cells • Site of photosynthesis in plant cells • The framework that gives the cell its shape • membrane The outer boundary of animal cells • ...

cells 2025-01-13

cells crossword puzzle
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  1. cyt_plasm
  2. ce_l mem_r__e
  3. ri_bos_m_
  4. ly_os_om_
  5. cel__a_l
  6. gol__i_pe_r_to_s
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  1. va_uo_e
  2. Mit_chon_ri_
  3. e_dop_as_i_ r_ti_ul_m
  4. nu_leus
  5. _hlo_o_la_t

11 Clues: va_uo_e • nu_leus • cel__a_l • cyt_plasm • ri_bos_m_ • ly_os_om_ • _hlo_o_la_t • Mit_chon_ri_ • ce_l mem_r__e • gol__i_pe_r_to_s • e_dop_as_i_ r_ti_ul_m

cells 2025-10-06

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. control center of the cell
  2. stores water
  3. don't have a nucleus
  4. photosynthesis
  5. is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms
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  1. carries the genetic instructions for the development
  2. break down waste
  3. controls entry and exit
  4. are the powerhouses of the cell
  5. have a nucleus
  6. A single cell holds lots of pieces, and each piece has a different job.

11 Clues: stores water • have a nucleus • photosynthesis • break down waste • don't have a nucleus • controls entry and exit • control center of the cell • are the powerhouses of the cell • carries the genetic instructions for the development • is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms • A single cell holds lots of pieces, and each piece has a different job.

Cells Recap 2022-03-07

Cells Recap crossword puzzle
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  1. animal and plant cells are ________ cells
  2. where photosynthesis occurs
  3. a little ring of DNA that a bacteria has
  4. the cell ________ controls what goes in/out
  5. what we used to look at cells because they are so small
  6. the basic building block of life
  7. stores sap
  8. a fancy expensive microscope that can magnify images massively
  9. where proteins are made
  10. the cell _____ describes how cells grow and divide repeatedly
  11. how far we can zoom in before two points begin to merge
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  1. the fluid that fills up the cell
  2. the type of cell that starts generic and can specialise
  3. the cell ______ provides structure in a plant cell
  4. where energy is released in the cell
  5. what controls the cell
  6. bacteria are ________ cells
  7. how much bigger an object appears than it is
  8. a type of microscope that is smaller and we use at school

19 Clues: stores sap • what controls the cell • where proteins are made • where photosynthesis occurs • bacteria are ________ cells • the fluid that fills up the cell • the basic building block of life • where energy is released in the cell • a little ring of DNA that a bacteria has • animal and plant cells are ________ cells • the cell ________ controls what goes in/out • ...

Cells' organelles 2020-04-07

Cells' organelles crossword puzzle
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  1. transports proteins and other materials for tge cell
  2. they manufacture/ make proteins
  3. to control all of the cell's activities
  4. a similar group of cells that work together
  5. a jelly-like substance that takes up most of the cell's space
  6. the process of moving materials in and out of the cell without using energy
  7. absorb sunlight through photosynthesis and produce food
  8. Living thing that is made of one cell
  9. Genetic material that determines a living things traits
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  1. to provide structure and support for the cell
  2. a small structure held within the cell's cytoplasm that perform all pf the different functions
  3. To store material for the cell such as water and waste
  4. the provide energy for the cell by breaking down all the nutrients
  5. to digest and remove waste from the cell
  6. Living thing made of more than 1cell
  7. the movement of materials into or out of a cell
  8. the movement of water into and out of the cell
  9. to modify/sort and package proteins for the cell
  10. Controls the movement of substances into and out of the cell

19 Clues: they manufacture/ make proteins • Living thing made of more than 1cell • Living thing that is made of one cell • to control all of the cell's activities • to digest and remove waste from the cell • a similar group of cells that work together • to provide structure and support for the cell • the movement of water into and out of the cell • ...

Baddie cells 2021-08-13

Baddie cells crossword puzzle
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  1. - characterized by dry or moist lesions with skin inflammation
  2. - bacterial infection of dermis and subcutaneous layer
  3. conjunctivitis - pink eye
  4. - produces an excess of thick, scaly, silvery skin patches surrounded by a red area
  5. - inflammation of the eyelid
  6. - nites or headlights
  7. Pilaris - a harmless condition in which skin becomes rough and bumpy
  8. - common viral infection that can lead to health problem such as genital warts, plantar warts, cervical changes and cervical cancer
  9. - aqacute bacterial infection of hair follicle
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  1. - Hives, usually from an allergic reaction
  2. - infection in hair follicle, caused by bacteria
  3. zoster - Shingles; lesions are contagious until they have completely dried up and disappeared
  4. medical term form ringworm
  5. - infection of an oil gland in the eyelid
  6. - a mite that burrows beneath the skin and lays eggs
  7. - Contagious infection that produces rough keratitis skin growths
  8. simplex - Highly contagious, chronic condition that lies dormant between outbreaks
  9. - contagious bacterial infection, produces a honey yellow lesion
  10. albicans- common skin infection caused by yeast
  11. rosea - start as a circular or oval spot on the chest abdomen or back

20 Clues: - nites or headlights • conjunctivitis - pink eye • medical term form ringworm • - inflammation of the eyelid • - infection of an oil gland in the eyelid • - Hives, usually from an allergic reaction • albicans- common skin infection caused by yeast • - aqacute bacterial infection of hair follicle • - infection in hair follicle, caused by bacteria • ...

Cells crossword 2023-12-13

Cells crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. system converts the foods we eat into their simplest forms
  2. A cell with a lysosome
  3. system delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells and takes away wastes.
  4. a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit specialized to perform a particular function.
  5. uses the sun's energy to convert it into chemical energy.
  6. System responsible for movement of the whole body
  7. controls a lot of the functions in the cell.
  8. Reticulum make’s and transport proteins.
  9. storage for cells and important cell parts.
  10. a cell where proteins are assembled.
  11. System helps all the parts of the body to communicate with each other.
  12. System when a group of organs is dedicated to performing a function.
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  1. converts energy and is the power house of the cell.
  2. surrounds a cell and adds additional protection to the cell.
  3. the basic unit of all plants.
  4. They are certain jobs in the cell
  5. offers protection and shape maintenance.
  6. fills the outside of the cell Nucleus.
  7. a group of cells that have similar structure and that function together as a unit
  8. System move fresh air into your body while removing waste gases.

20 Clues: A cell with a lysosome • the basic unit of all plants. • They are certain jobs in the cell • a cell where proteins are assembled. • fills the outside of the cell Nucleus. • offers protection and shape maintenance. • Reticulum make’s and transport proteins. • storage for cells and important cell parts. • controls a lot of the functions in the cell. • ...

Cells crossword 2023-12-13

Cells crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. system converts the foods we eat into their simplest forms
  2. A cell with a lysosome
  3. system delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells and takes away wastes.
  4. a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit specialized to perform a particular function.
  5. uses the sun's energy to convert it into chemical energy.
  6. System responsible for movement of the whole body
  7. controls a lot of the functions in the cell.
  8. Reticulum make’s and transport proteins.
  9. storage for cells and important cell parts.
  10. a cell where proteins are assembled.
  11. System helps all the parts of the body to communicate with each other.
  12. System when a group of organs is dedicated to performing a function.
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  1. converts energy and is the power house of the cell.
  2. surrounds a cell and adds additional protection to the cell.
  3. the basic unit of all plants.
  4. They are certain jobs in the cell
  5. offers protection and shape maintenance.
  6. fills the outside of the cell Nucleus.
  7. a group of cells that have similar structure and that function together as a unit
  8. System move fresh air into your body while removing waste gases.

20 Clues: A cell with a lysosome • the basic unit of all plants. • They are certain jobs in the cell • a cell where proteins are assembled. • fills the outside of the cell Nucleus. • offers protection and shape maintenance. • Reticulum make’s and transport proteins. • storage for cells and important cell parts. • controls a lot of the functions in the cell. • ...

Cells Review 2023-09-27

Cells Review crossword puzzle
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  1. An English scientist who used the word "cell" for the first time after looking at cork under the microscope.
  2. an organelle in cells where photosynthesis occurs
  3. A German botanist who studied plants under the microscope and concluded that all plants are made of cells.
  4. any living thing.
  5. the control center or brain of the cell where DNA is found
  6. A Dutch scientist who is associated with the invention of the compound microscope and telescope.
  7. organisms that do have a membrane bound nucleus surrounded by organelles
  8. the stiff outer coating of plant, fungi and bacteria cells.
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  1. the part of a plant cell that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis occurs.
  2. a part of a cell that has a special function, much like an organ.
  3. A scientist known as the "Father of Microbiology" who observed bacteria for the first time and named them animalcules.
  4. Invention that made it possible for scientists to develop cell theory?
  5. the semipermeable coating of the cell that allows certain things to pass by.
  6. organisms that do not have a nucleus surrounded by membrane bound organelles
  7. the chemical found in cells that is the main component of chromosomes and carries genetic information.
  8. A German scientist who studied animals under the microscope and concluded that all animals are made of cells.
  9. the powerhouse of the cell that gives energy
  10. the jelly like fluid that holds the cell's organelles
  11. A German scientist who proved that cells come from other cells.
  12. the smallest fundamental unit of life

20 Clues: any living thing. • the smallest fundamental unit of life • the powerhouse of the cell that gives energy • an organelle in cells where photosynthesis occurs • the jelly like fluid that holds the cell's organelles • the control center or brain of the cell where DNA is found • the stiff outer coating of plant, fungi and bacteria cells. • ...

cells vocab 2023-08-24

cells vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. transport process that occurs when a cell engulfs material
  2. transport across a membrane that DOES NOT require energy
  3. transport across a membrane that requires energy and a protein pump to move molecules from low to high concentration
  4. made of fatty acids and glycerol, they are the units that build cell membranes or boundaries
  5. passive transport of any substance across a semipermeable cell membrane
  6. diffusion of water
  7. passive transport across a membrane through a protein channel that does not require energy
  8. Unicellular or multicellular organisms that have a nucleus
  9. membrane that contains the cell and separates the inside of the cell from its surroundings
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  1. solution in which the concentration is lower outside of the cell than inside of the cell
  2. Theory that all organisms are made of cells
  3. solution in which the concentration is higher outside of the cell than inside of the cell
  4. the ability to allow certain molecules to enter or exit the cell while keeping others in or out
  5. transport process that occurs when a cell expells materials that are too large to pass through the membrane
  6. Small unicellular primitive organisms
  7. Small specialized structure within a cell
  8. organelle that is responsible for controlling all cellular activities
  9. solution in which the concentration inside the cell is the same concentration outside of the cell
  10. The smallest unit of life.

19 Clues: diffusion of water • The smallest unit of life. • Small unicellular primitive organisms • Small specialized structure within a cell • Theory that all organisms are made of cells • transport across a membrane that DOES NOT require energy • transport process that occurs when a cell engulfs material • Unicellular or multicellular organisms that have a nucleus • ...

CELLS CROSSWORD 2023-12-19

CELLS CROSSWORD crossword puzzle
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  1. the basic building block of life
  2. digest dead organelles and proteins
  3. pigment that gives plants their green color
  4. a circle structure that is inside of the nucleus that holds the cells DNA
  5. helps in protein synthesis
  6. the powerhouse of the cell
  7. has ribosomes on it
  8. fills the empty space in a cell
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  1. aids in cell division
  2. organisms that lack a nucleus and other organelle
  3. a strong protective structure that surrounds a plant cell
  4. helps make lipids
  5. helps with photosynthesis
  6. tiny machines in the cell that produce the needs of the cell
  7. like vacuum bags
  8. separates the inside of the cell from the outside environment
  9. a cell or organism that has a nucleus
  10. packs the proteins to be shipped
  11. a small egg like structure that acts as the cells brain

19 Clues: like vacuum bags • helps make lipids • has ribosomes on it • aids in cell division • helps with photosynthesis • helps in protein synthesis • the powerhouse of the cell • fills the empty space in a cell • the basic building block of life • packs the proteins to be shipped • digest dead organelles and proteins • a cell or organism that has a nucleus • ...

DISCOVERING CELLS 2024-01-26

DISCOVERING CELLS crossword puzzle
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  1. A BODY STRUCTURE THAT IS COMPOSED OF DIFFERENT KINDS OF TISSUES THAT WORK TOGETHER
  2. CONSISTING OF MANY CELLS
  3. A CELL ORGANELLE WHICH CONTAINS CHEMICALS THAT BREAK DOWN LARGE FOOD PARTICLES INTO SMALLER ONES THAT CAN BE USED BY THE CELL
  4. AN INSTRUMENT THAT MAKES SMALL OBJECTS LOOK LARGER
  5. AN ORGANEELE IN THE CELLS OF PLANTS AND SOME OTHER ORGANISMS THAT CAPTURES ENERGY FROM THE SUN AND CHANGES IT INTO ENERGY THE CELL CAN USE IN MAKING FOOD
  6. A THIN, FLEXIBLE BARRIER THAT SURROUNDS A CELL AND CONTROLS WHICH SUBSTANCES PASS INTO AND OUT OF A CELL
  7. A GROUP OF SIMILAR CELLS THAT PERFORM A SPECIFIC FUNCTION
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  1. AN ORGANELLE THAT FORMS A MAZE OF PASSAGEWAYS IN WHICH PROTEINS AND OTHER MATERIALS ARE CARRIED FROM ONE PART OF THE CELL TO ANOTHER
  2. A SAC-LIKE ORGANELLE THAT STORES WATER, FOOD, ETC
  3. A GROUP OF ORGANS THAT WORK TOGETHER TO PERFORM A MAJOR FUNCTION
  4. THE BASIC UNIT OF STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION IN LIVING THINGS
  5. ROD-SHAPED ORGANELLES THAT CONVERT ENERGY IN FOOD MOLECULES TO ENERGY THE CELL CAN USE TO CARRY OUT ITS FUNCTIONS
  6. A SMALL GRAIN-SHAPED ORGANELLE IN THE CYTOPLASM OF A CELL THAT PRODUCES PROTEINS
  7. AN ORGANELLE THAT RECEIVES PROTEINS AND OTHER NEWLY FORMED MATERIALS FROM THE ENDOPLASMIC RETICULUM, PACKAGES THEM, AND DISTRIBUTES THEM TO OTHER PARTS OF THE CELL
  8. A WIDELY ACCEPTED EXPLANATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CELLS AND LIVING THINGS
  9. A RIGID SUPPORTING LAYER THAT SURROUNDS THE CELL OF PLANTS AND SOME OTHER ORGANISMS
  10. IN CELLS, A LARGE OVAL ORGANELLE THAT CONTAINS THE CELL'S GENETIC MATERIAL IN THE FORM OF DNA, AND CONTROLS MANY OF THE CELL'S ACTIVITIES
  11. THE THICK FLUID REGION OF A CELL LOCATED INSIDE THE CELL MEMBRANE; SURROUNDS AND PROTECTS ORGANELLES
  12. MADE OF A SINGLE CELL

19 Clues: MADE OF A SINGLE CELL • CONSISTING OF MANY CELLS • A SAC-LIKE ORGANELLE THAT STORES WATER, FOOD, ETC • AN INSTRUMENT THAT MAKES SMALL OBJECTS LOOK LARGER • THE BASIC UNIT OF STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION IN LIVING THINGS • A GROUP OF SIMILAR CELLS THAT PERFORM A SPECIFIC FUNCTION • A GROUP OF ORGANS THAT WORK TOGETHER TO PERFORM A MAJOR FUNCTION • ...

Cells + Organelles 2023-10-23

Cells + Organelles crossword puzzle
Across
  1. units of all living things
  2. Portion of the cell outside the nucleus
  3. Some substances can pass across them and others cannot
  4. Large saclike membrane-enclosed structures
  5. Cell that enclose their DNA in nuclei
  6. Power plants of the cell
  7. A strong supporting layer around the membrane
  8. A stack of flattened membranes
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  1. Cells that contain an internal membrane system
  2. Cells that are given their shape and internal organization by a network of protein filaments
  3. Small organelles filled with enzymes
  4. Cells that do not enclose DNA in nucleic
  5. Structures that act like specialized organs
  6. Gives cell membranes a flexible structure that forms a strong barrier between the cell and its surroundings
  7. Fundamental concept of biology
  8. A large membrane-enclosed structure that contains genetic material
  9. biological equivalents of solar power plants
  10. Small particles of RNA
  11. Cells that are surrounded by a thin flexible barrier

19 Clues: Small particles of RNA • Power plants of the cell • units of all living things • Fundamental concept of biology • A stack of flattened membranes • Small organelles filled with enzymes • Cell that enclose their DNA in nuclei • Portion of the cell outside the nucleus • Cells that do not enclose DNA in nucleic • Large saclike membrane-enclosed structures • ...

Cells Vocab 2024-09-09

Cells Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. reticulum organelle in eukaryotic cells where lipids are assembled
  2. bilayer flexible double layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane forming a barrier between the cell and its surroundings
  3. theory scientific theory stating all living things are made of cells, cell is the basic unit of living things, and all cells come from preexisting cells
  4. apparatus organelle that modifies, packages, and sorts proteins
  5. specialized structures that perform important cellular functions within a eukaryotic cells
  6. threadlike structure found in the nucleus that contains genetic information passed down from parents
  7. organelle that stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates
  8. process in which cells take in a substance from outside the cells by engulfing them in a vesicle
  9. diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane
  10. basic unit of all life forms
  11. unicellular organisms that lack a true nucleus or membrane bound organelles
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  1. movement of particles across a cell membrane generally from a region of high concentration to low concentration
  2. protein filaments in eukaryotic cells that helps with shape, internal organization and movement
  3. organelle that converts chemical energy into available energy for cell processes
  4. organism whose cell contain a nucleus
  5. process by which certain cells ingest or engulf other cells or particles
  6. organelle found in plants that captures solar energy and converts it into chemical energy
  7. wall strong, supportive layer around the cell membrane in some cells
  8. process in which ca vesicle fuses to the cell membrane allowing the contents to be released outside the cell
  9. organelle within the cell that contains genetic material in the form of DNA
  10. organelle that contains digestive enzymes that breaks down excess or worn out cells parts
  11. membrane-thin flexible barrier that surrounds the cell; regulates what enters and leave the cell

22 Clues: basic unit of all life forms • organism whose cell contain a nucleus • diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane • apparatus organelle that modifies, packages, and sorts proteins • reticulum organelle in eukaryotic cells where lipids are assembled • process by which certain cells ingest or engulf other cells or particles • ...

Cells Vocab 2024-09-09

Cells Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. threadlike structure found in the nucleus that contains genetic information passed down from parents
  2. organelle that converts chemical energy into available energy for cell processes
  3. process in which ca vesicle fuses to the cell membrane allowing the contents to be released outside the cell
  4. specialized structures that perform important cellular functions within a eukaryotic cells
  5. process in which cells take in a substance from outside the cells by engulfing them in a vesicle
  6. theory scientific theory stating all living things are made of cells, cell is the basic unit of living things, and all cells come from preexisting cells
  7. organelle found in plants that captures solar energy and converts it into chemical energy
  8. organelle within the cell that contains genetic material in the form of DNA
  9. membrane-thin flexible barrier that surrounds the cell; regulates what enters and leave the cell
  10. protein filaments in eukaryotic cells that helps with shape, internal organization and movement
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  1. unicellular organisms that lack a true nucleus or membrane bound organelles
  2. reticulum organelle in eukaryotic cells where lipids are assembled
  3. process by which certain cells ingest or engulf other cells or particles
  4. movement of particles across a cell membrane generally from a region of high concentration to low concentration
  5. diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane
  6. apparatus organelle that modifies, packages, and sorts proteins
  7. organism whose cell contain a nucleus
  8. organelle that contains digestive enzymes that breaks down excess or worn out cells parts
  9. wall strong, supportive layer around the cell membrane in some cells
  10. organelle that stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates
  11. basic unit of all life forms
  12. bilayer flexible double layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane forming a barrier between the cell and its surroundings

22 Clues: basic unit of all life forms • organism whose cell contain a nucleus • diffusion of water across a selectively permeable membrane • apparatus organelle that modifies, packages, and sorts proteins • reticulum organelle in eukaryotic cells where lipids are assembled • process by which certain cells ingest or engulf other cells or particles • ...

Cells Crossword 2024-08-29

Cells Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Living organisms respond to __ in their environment.
  2. The rigid outer layer found in plant cells that provides structure is known as the __.
  3. Bacteria are examples of __ cells.
  4. The organelle responsible for protein synthesis is the __.
  5. The process by which living things maintain a stable internal environment is called __.
  6. Cells that do not have a nucleus and are generally smaller are classified as __ cells.
  7. The genetic material of eukaryotic cells is contained within the __.
  8. The ability to produce new individuals of the same kind is known as __.
  9. Living things are made up of genetic material called __.
  10. All living organisms are made up of one or more __.
  11. The size of cells, a synonym for very small.
  12. The jelly-like substance inside the cell that holds organelles is called __.
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  1. The __ is the barrier that surrounds all cells.
  2. Plant cells contain __, which are responsible for photosynthesis.
  3. __ cells typically have a more complex structure than prokaryotic cells.
  4. The powerhouse of the cell, responsible for producing energy, is called the __.
  5. A single celled organism that can make holes in your brain, but there's also the friendly sisters of science video fame.
  6. We're made of more than 50 _____ cells.
  7. Living things obtain and use __ for growth and energy.
  8. Animal cells do not have a __, which is found in plant cells.
  9. Robert Hook was the first person to see cells in his fancy microscope. What's a nickname for Robert?

21 Clues: Bacteria are examples of __ cells. • We're made of more than 50 _____ cells. • The size of cells, a synonym for very small. • The __ is the barrier that surrounds all cells. • All living organisms are made up of one or more __. • Living organisms respond to __ in their environment. • Living things obtain and use __ for growth and energy. • ...

Cells & genetics 2024-11-11

Cells & genetics crossword puzzle
Across
  1. messenger-RNA
  2. copy-of-an-organism-with-same-genome
  3. carries-aminoacids-to-ribosome
  4. variant-of-gene
  5. energy-factory
  6. one-dominant-one-recessive-allele-genotype
  7. genotype-has-same-alleles
  8. Shape-of-dna-molecule
  9. organism-group-without-nucleus
  10. building-block-of-life
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  1. building-block-of-dna
  2. organelle-for-photosynthesis
  3. Medication-against-bacterial-infections
  4. organelle-that-synthasizes-proteins
  5. core-of-the-cell
  6. physical-exhibited-genetic-trait
  7. cell-division
  8. term-for-non-living-things
  9. Dioxyribonucleic-acid

19 Clues: messenger-RNA • cell-division • energy-factory • variant-of-gene • core-of-the-cell • building-block-of-dna • Shape-of-dna-molecule • Dioxyribonucleic-acid • building-block-of-life • genotype-has-same-alleles • term-for-non-living-things • organelle-for-photosynthesis • carries-aminoacids-to-ribosome • organism-group-without-nucleus • physical-exhibited-genetic-trait • ...

Adaptive Immunity 2025-04-03

Adaptive Immunity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Programmed cell death of harmful or infected cells
  2. Preparation that builds immunity without causing full infection
  3. Which cytokine activates T helper cells?
  4. Which lymphocyte makes antibodies?
  5. Long lived immune cell formed after an infection
  6. Protein on certain immune cells that displays antigens from outside
  7. Signalling molecule
  8. Which process eliminates lymphocytes that react to the body’s own tissues?
  9. Which T cell type activates B cells and cytotoxic T cells?
  10. Which immune branch involves cytotoxic T cells?
  11. Which immune branch involves B cells and circulating antibodies?
Down
  1. A disease-causing microbe, like a virus or bacterium
  2. Immune reaction that occurs when a new antigen is encountered
  3. Faster stronger reaction upon re-exposure to a known antigen
  4. Foreign molecule that triggers an immune response
  5. Which protein can bind a specific pathogen?
  6. Which T cell kills infected cells directly?
  7. Which cell type develops from activated B cells?
  8. Protein on most cells that displays antigens from inside the cell
  9. Which cytokine from T-helper cells drives B cell activation and growth?

20 Clues: Signalling molecule • Which lymphocyte makes antibodies? • Which cytokine activates T helper cells? • Which protein can bind a specific pathogen? • Which T cell kills infected cells directly? • Which immune branch involves cytotoxic T cells? • Which cell type develops from activated B cells? • Long lived immune cell formed after an infection • ...

Cell Theory 2022-08-25

Cell Theory crossword puzzle
Across
  1. determined cells arise from preexisting cells
  2. concluded all animals are made of cells
  3. macromolecule that stores energy, gives protection and is involved in cell communication
  4. obtaining food to provide energy to grow
  5. improved the microscop, was the first person to view live cells
  6. macromolecule that contains genetic information
  7. perceiving and responding to changes in the environment
  8. providing protection against enemies
  9. increase in size
  10. chemical reactions inside the cell
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  1. macromolecule that provides energy storage, structural support and cell communication
  2. concluded all plants are made of cells
  3. primitive cells, do not contain a nucleus
  4. keeps conditions within the organism within tolerable limits (balanced)
  5. macromolecule that aids in cell communication, transport, a chemical breakdown of substances and structural support
  6. gave us the term cell, observed the bark of a cork tree
  7. complex cells, contain a nucleus and membrane bound organelles
  8. smallest structural unit of an organism
  9. producing an offspring
  10. comprised of 3 parts: all living things are made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, all cells come from preexisting cells

20 Clues: increase in size • producing an offspring • chemical reactions inside the cell • providing protection against enemies • concluded all plants are made of cells • concluded all animals are made of cells • smallest structural unit of an organism • obtaining food to provide energy to grow • primitive cells, do not contain a nucleus • determined cells arise from preexisting cells • ...

Y7 Cells 2012-12-13

Y7 Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Wall Tough outer covering of plant cells which helps keep them rigid
  2. process One of seven processes seen in living things (MRS GREN: movement; respiration; sensitivity; growth; reproduction; excretion; nutrition)
  3. A piece of apparatus that makes objects look bigger by making an enlarged image of them
  4. Cells with special features to perform particular functions
  5. The jelly-like substance inside a cell where most of its activity happens
  6. Make bigger
  7. Connections of nerve cells
  8. The part of a cell which controls all its activities
  9. Large ‘bag’ inside a cell containing sap
Down
  1. The green parts of plant cells which capture light energy to make food from water and carbon dioxide
  2. system Group of organs working together to carry out different life processes
  3. Describes the features of a cell and how they are arranged
  4. Electrical signal carried by a nerve cell
  5. The process of selecting a sample or samples for testing
  6. Job / purpose
  7. Use symptoms or test results to identify a problem
  8. Group of similar cells
  9. Wheel on the microscope used to see the specimen clearly with a particular lens
  10. Long thin part of a nerve cell that allows it to carry messages from your nervous system to the extremities of your body and back

19 Clues: Make bigger • Job / purpose • Group of similar cells • Connections of nerve cells • Large ‘bag’ inside a cell containing sap • Electrical signal carried by a nerve cell • Use symptoms or test results to identify a problem • The part of a cell which controls all its activities • The process of selecting a sample or samples for testing • ...

Cells Organelles 2020-04-08

Cells Organelles crossword puzzle
Across
  1. brain
  2. energy
  3. hold
  4. locker
  5. coming together
  6. transportation system
  7. bacteria
  8. green
  9. strength
  10. water
Down
  1. moving molecules
  2. cat
  3. part
  4. molecules move
  5. strong
  6. genetic
  7. doorway/gatekeeper
  8. clean-up crew
  9. packaging department

19 Clues: cat • part • hold • brain • green • water • energy • strong • locker • genetic • bacteria • strength • clean-up crew • molecules move • coming together • moving molecules • doorway/gatekeeper • packaging department • transportation system

cells unit 2023-12-13

cells unit crossword puzzle
Across
  1. help sequester waste products
  2. carry oxygen to and waste materials from the cells in the body
  3. on the integrated activity of its organs
  4. A cell with many small vacuoles and no cell wall
  5. responsible for movement
  6. the repository of genetic information and as the cell's control center
  7. store genetic information
  8. a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit specialized to perform a particular function
  9. move fresh air into your body while removing waste gases
  10. delivers oxygen and nutrients to cells and takes away wastes
  11. regulates the transport of materials entering and exiting the cell.
Down
  1. the site of protein synthesis in the cell.
  2. to produce proteins for the rest of the cell to function
  3. helps all the parts of the body to communicate with each other
  4. a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit specialized to perform a particular function
  5. provide structural strength and support
  6. a group of cells that have similar structure and that function together as a unit
  7. produce energy through photosynthesis and oxygen-release processes
  8. generate most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell's biochemical reactions
  9. chloroplasts, cell walls, and intracellular vacuoles

20 Clues: responsible for movement • store genetic information • help sequester waste products • provide structural strength and support • on the integrated activity of its organs • the site of protein synthesis in the cell. • A cell with many small vacuoles and no cell wall • chloroplasts, cell walls, and intracellular vacuoles • ...

Immune Cells 2023-03-27

Immune Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Cell What are fully differentiated B cells called?
  2. Killer What does NK stand for?
  3. What is the liquid extracellular matrix of blood called?
  4. The function of this leukocyte is to clean up dead cells in the body
  5. Which immune cell helps fight against parasitic and bacterial infections?
  6. What is the process of making red blood cells called?
  7. Marrow Immune cells develop from…
  8. Common hematopoietic stem cells are divided into two lineages, lymphoid and…
Down
  1. What is another name for white blood cells?
  2. Process of cell ingestion of particles into membrane bound vesicles
  3. A monocyte is the precursor cell of what cell?
  4. Immune cells all derive from ____ stem cells
  5. What is another name for red blood cells?
  6. Which immune cell contains cytoplasmic granules carrying reactive substances that kill microorganisms?
  7. Which immune cell plays a role in asthma and releases histamines resulting in inflammation
  8. B lymphocytes, T lymphocytes, and NK cells are part of the common ____ progenitor
  9. elements Cells and Cell fragments found in suspended plasma are called?
  10. Which immune cell is involved in platelet formation and wound repair?
  11. What is the most commonly found immune cell?
  12. Dead neutrophils compose the _____ of an infected wound

20 Clues: Killer What does NK stand for? • Marrow Immune cells develop from… • What is another name for red blood cells? • What is another name for white blood cells? • Immune cells all derive from ____ stem cells • What is the most commonly found immune cell? • A monocyte is the precursor cell of what cell? • Cell What are fully differentiated B cells called? • ...

Excitable Cells 2024-02-28

Excitable Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. potential the potential energy created by the difference in charge between two environments
  2. must be great enough to reach the threshold to initiate an AP
  3. Regulated by changes in charge in the surrounding environment
  4. regulated by chemical messengers called ligands
  5. sodium channels close, potassium (K+) channels open and potassium begins moving out of the cell, making it more negative
  6. potassium channels close slowly so potassium ions continue to move out of the cell
  7. a type of excitable cell
  8. the change in electrical potential associated with the passage of an impulse along the membrane of a muscle or nerve cell
  9. for ion concentration this moves into the cell
  10. sodium (Na+) channels open and sodium begins moving into cell, making it more positive
Down
  1. of the nervous system that transmit signals to the rest of the body in the form of electrical signals
  2. state resting membrane potential is approximately -70 mV
  3. Ions can move __________ through the membrane with a larger concentration gradient
  4. channels two types both are passive transport and require no ATP
  5. negatively charged molecules
  6. for ion concentration this moves out of the cell
  7. Action potentials follow an _________ principle
  8. positively charged molecules
  9. is released into the synaptic cleft to produce an action potential

19 Clues: a type of excitable cell • negatively charged molecules • positively charged molecules • for ion concentration this moves into the cell • regulated by chemical messengers called ligands • Action potentials follow an _________ principle • for ion concentration this moves out of the cell • state resting membrane potential is approximately -70 mV • ...

Cells Puzzle 2022-10-13

Cells Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. exoskeleton of the cell
  2. broth of the cell soup
  3. building blocks of proteins
  4. gives plants their green color
  5. the brain of the cell
  6. brings amino acids to ribosomes
  7. synthesizes proteins
  8. controls movement in and out of cell
  9. cell's garbage disposal
Down
  1. genetic information
  2. location of photosynthesis
  3. transports molecules around the cell
  4. holds only water
  5. powerhouse of the cell
  6. protein maker
  7. synthesizes fats
  8. post office of the cell
  9. separates parts of cell during division
  10. ribosome factory

19 Clues: protein maker • holds only water • synthesizes fats • ribosome factory • genetic information • synthesizes proteins • the brain of the cell • powerhouse of the cell • broth of the cell soup • exoskeleton of the cell • post office of the cell • cell's garbage disposal • location of photosynthesis • building blocks of proteins • gives plants their green color • brings amino acids to ribosomes • ...

Epithelial Tissue 2023-11-08

Epithelial Tissue crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Cell connections that provide mechanical strength to tissue.
  2. Columnar cells with hair-like projections used for movement.
  3. Forms glands for secretion and is one of the two major components.
  4. Thin, flattened cells allowing for easy passage of substances.
  5. Cube-shaped cells.
  6. Appears stratified but all cells touch the basement membrane.
  7. Connections between cells to maintain tissue integrity.
  8. Single layer of cells for exchange and filtration.
  9. Cube-shaped cells, often found in kidney tubules.
Down
  1. Separates epithelium from connective tissue.
  2. Secretes hormones into the bloodstream.
  3. Tall,rectangular cells found in the lining of the digestive tract.
  4. Multilayered cells found in areas subjected to wear and tear.
  5. Flat scale-like cells.
  6. Tall, column-shaped cells.
  7. The orientation where one surface is exposed and the other is attached
  8. Multiple layers of cells for protection.
  9. Secretes onto the skin or into a body cavity.

18 Clues: Cube-shaped cells. • Flat scale-like cells. • Tall, column-shaped cells. • Secretes hormones into the bloodstream. • Multiple layers of cells for protection. • Separates epithelium from connective tissue. • Secretes onto the skin or into a body cavity. • Cube-shaped cells, often found in kidney tubules. • Single layer of cells for exchange and filtration. • ...

Hormonal Cytology 2020-09-28

Hormonal Cytology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Days 6-10, Greek word for “exit”
  2. Few smooth muscle fibers, mostly dense collagenous connective tissue
  3. The Vesicular Intermediate nucleus
  4. Organ that metabolizes estrogen
  5. Hormone that prevents full maturation of squamous cells
  6. Cell pattern in early childhood, menopause (atrophy), post-partum and during lactation
  7. Normal vaginal flora
  8. Differential for deep stromal cells
  9. Menstrual disorder characterized by light or infrequent menses
  10. Boat shaped cells associated with pregnancy
  11. Doderlein produces lactic acid when metabolizing this substance
Down
  1. Junction, site of squamous metaplasia
  2. Lower anterior surface which is anchored to the bladder
  3. Prolonged or excessive menstrual blood loss with regular cycles
  4. Differential for superficial cell
  5. Phase in which numbers of intermediate cells increase due to progesterone peak
  6. Period of development when parabasal cells are gradually replaced with mostly mature intermediate cells
  7. Phase in which numbers of superficial cells increase due to estrogen peak
  8. Arrangement of Endocervical cells
  9. Bottom layer of cells on the ectocervix, resembles histiocytes, rarely seen in pap
  10. Endocervical cells secrete

21 Clues: Normal vaginal flora • Endocervical cells secrete • Organ that metabolizes estrogen • Days 6-10, Greek word for “exit” • Differential for superficial cell • Arrangement of Endocervical cells • The Vesicular Intermediate nucleus • Differential for deep stromal cells • Junction, site of squamous metaplasia • Boat shaped cells associated with pregnancy • ...

Plant and Animal Cells 2024-12-17

Plant and Animal Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Jelly-like substance where chemical reactions occur.
  2. Site of protein synthesis.
  3. Helps in cell division (found in animal cells).
  4. Stores nutrients, water, and waste; large in plant cells, small in animal cells.
  5. Process in chloroplasts converting light to energy.
  6. Provides structure and shape to the cell.
  7. apparatus – Packages and modifies proteins for transport.
  8. Break down fatty acids and detoxify harmful substances.
  9. Rigid structure outside the cell membrane (in plant cells).
  10. (adenosine triphosphate) Energy currency of the cell, produced in mitochondria.
  11. Contains the cell’s genetic material (DNA).
Down
  1. Carry genetic information in the nucleus.
  2. Powerhouse of the cell, produces energy (ATP).
  3. Breaks down waste (more common in animal cells).
  4. Cells without a nucleus (contrast with animal/plant cells).
  5. Controls what enters and exits the cell.
  6. reticulum (ER) – Transports materials; smooth ER makes lipids, rough ER has ribosomes.
  7. Another term for the cell membrane.
  8. Cells with a nucleus (includes animal and plant cells).
  9. Site of photosynthesis (found in plant cells).

20 Clues: Site of protein synthesis. • Another term for the cell membrane. • Controls what enters and exits the cell. • Carry genetic information in the nucleus. • Provides structure and shape to the cell. • Contains the cell’s genetic material (DNA). • Powerhouse of the cell, produces energy (ATP). • Site of photosynthesis (found in plant cells). • ...

Immunology Acronyms and Terms 2022-09-25

Immunology Acronyms and Terms crossword puzzle
Across
  1. cells surface ligands for the leukocyte integrins; Critical in binding of lymphocytes and other leukocytes to certain cells
  2. repeating molecular patterns on microbes that are recognized by PRRs on immune cells
  3. a molecule that is recognized in native (original) structure by antibodies or B cell receptor, or a peptide that is presented by MHC molecules to T cell receptor
  4. designation for specific cell-surface molecules on immune cells that help to differentiate one immune cell from another
  5. a mechanism NK cells use to induce apoptosis in virally infected cells or tumor cells
  6. adaptive immune responses in which there is a major role for effector T cells
  7. an immunoglobulin that is expressed on B cell surface
  8. a family of Pattern Recognition Receptors present on many leukocytes and epithelial cells that recognize PAMPs on pathogens and help initiate immune responses
  9. a cell wall component of gram negative bacteria which can be bound by TLR-4 on macrophages and dendritic cells
  10. general designation of many of the different cytokines which are chemical messengers secreted by immune cells that help in their communication with other cells
  11. immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells
  12. Fragment with antigen binding: the part of an antibody (that can be isolated by protease digestion) responsible for antigen binding consisting of the light chain and amino-terminal half of the heavy chain disulfide-bonded together
  13. end product of the Complement cascade that can kill pathogens directly by forming a pore in pathogen membrane leading to lysis
  14. CD8+ T cells with the effector function of targeting and killing virally infected cells and tumor cells by apoptosis
  15. family name for cytokines that help cells to resist viral infections
Down
  1. name of MHC gene complex and proteins in humans
  2. acute phase protein that binds to phosphocholine that can trigger Complement activation and acts as an opsonin
  3. multiple drug treatment for HIV infection
  4. autoimmune disease where autoantibodies (against DNA, RNA, and proteins associated with nucleic acids) form immune complexes
  5. a cell that is able to present antigen via MHC molecules to T cell receptors on T cells
  6. amino acid sequence in cytoplasmic domains of membrane receptors involved in signal transduction
  7. protein family to which antibodies and B-cell receptors belong
  8. a type of APC that presents antigen in the context of MHC to T cells
  9. soluble acute phase response protein that can bind mannose on pathogens; can activate the lectin pathway of Complement and acts as an opsonin
  10. short DNA sequences flanking Ig and TCR V D and J gene segments that serve as the binding sites for the RAG complex allowing Ig and TCR gene rearrangement
  11. the Ag receptor on T cells
  12. white blood cells with multi-lobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules
  13. receptors on immune cells and epithelial cells that recognize and bind to PAMPs on microbes
  14. the regions of the antigen binding loops of Ig molecules, antibodies and T cell receptors that come into contact with antigen
  15. designation for a family of cell surface molecules involved in the presentation of peptide antigens to T cells
  16. sIg on B cells that binds Ag and transmits signal 1 to activate B cells.
  17. Member of TNF receptor family expressed on certain cells that makes them susceptible to being killed by cells expressing the specific ligand

32 Clues: the Ag receptor on T cells • immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells • multiple drug treatment for HIV infection • name of MHC gene complex and proteins in humans • an immunoglobulin that is expressed on B cell surface • protein family to which antibodies and B-cell receptors belong • white blood cells with multi-lobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules • ...

Hormonal Cytology 2020-09-28

Hormonal Cytology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. / Days 6-10, Greek word for “exit”
  2. / Few smooth muscle fibers, mostly dense collagenous connective tissue
  3. / The Vesicular Intermediate nucleus
  4. / Organ that metabolizes estrogen
  5. / Hormone that prevents full maturation of squamous cells
  6. / Cell pattern in early childhood, menopause (atrophy), post-partum and during lactation
  7. / Normal vaginal flora
  8. / Differential for deep stromal cells
  9. / Menstrual disorder characterized by light or infrequent menses
  10. / Boat shaped cells associated with pregnancy
  11. / Doderlein produces lactic acid when metabolizing this substance
Down
  1. / Junction, site of squamous metaplasia
  2. / Lower anterior surface which is anchored to the bladder
  3. / Prolonged or excessive menstrual blood loss with regular cycles
  4. / Differential for superficial cell
  5. / Phase in which numbers of intermediate cells increase due to progesterone peak
  6. / Period of development when parabasal cells are gradually replaced with mostly mature intermediate cells
  7. / Phase in which numbers of superficial cells increase due to estrogen peak
  8. / Arrangement of Endocervical cells
  9. / Bottom layer of cells on the ectocervix, resembles histiocytes, rarely seen in pap
  10. / Endocervical cells secrete

21 Clues: / Normal vaginal flora • / Endocervical cells secrete • / Organ that metabolizes estrogen • / Days 6-10, Greek word for “exit” • / Differential for superficial cell • / Arrangement of Endocervical cells • / The Vesicular Intermediate nucleus • / Differential for deep stromal cells • / Junction, site of squamous metaplasia • / Boat shaped cells associated with pregnancy • ...

Lymphatic System 2025-04-29

Lymphatic System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Filter lymph; trap pathogens and foreign particles.
  2. Filters blood, removes old red blood cells, and helps fight infection.
  3. Microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, and fungi that can cause disease.
  4. Fluid that contains white blood cells; helps transport waste and immune cells.
  5. Engulf and destroy bacteria and cellular debris.
  6. Drains lymph from the upper right side of the body into the right subclavian vein.
  7. Vessels Network of tubes that carry lymph throughout the body.
  8. Proteins that bind to antigens and mark them for destruction.
  9. Produce antibodies to attack specific antigens.
  10. The body's ability to resist or eliminate harmful pathogens.
  11. Trap and destroy pathogens entering through the mouth and throat.
  12. Substances that the immune system recognizes as foreign.
Down
  1. White blood cells (T-cells and B-cells) that fight infection.
  2. Swelling caused by excess fluid in tissues when lymph drainage is blocked.
  3. Large lymphatic sac that receives lymph from the lower body.
  4. Produces lymphocytes (B-cells and T-cells).
  5. Fluid that surrounds tissue cells; becomes lymph when it enters lymph vessels.
  6. Swelling caused by blocked or sluggish lymph drainage.
  7. Site where T-cells mature (especially active during childhood).
  8. Largest lymphatic vessel; drains lymph from the lower body and left side.
  9. Destroy infected or cancerous cells and coordinate immune response.

21 Clues: Produces lymphocytes (B-cells and T-cells). • Produce antibodies to attack specific antigens. • Engulf and destroy bacteria and cellular debris. • Filter lymph; trap pathogens and foreign particles. • Swelling caused by blocked or sluggish lymph drainage. • Substances that the immune system recognizes as foreign. • ...

CANCER 2022-11-21

CANCER crossword puzzle
Across
  1. inhibit cell growth through the physical
  2. Clinically evident when cells reach a ____
  3. indiscriminate and continuous
  4. development of own blood supply
  5. continues to function until it degenerates
  6. cells can be perceived as nonself and elicit an immune response resulting in their rejection and destruction
  7. Role of the____
  8. tumor limited to the tissue of origin; localized tumor____
  9. extensive____and regional spread
  10. of genes that control differentiation and proliferation
  11. respect the boundaries and territory of the cells
  12. Will not invade a ____that is not their own
  13. Staging of cancer gives a____about aggressive spread of tumor in body
  14. Based on the____ extent of disease rather than on cell appearance
  15. Cancer cells can be____ as nonself and elicit an immune response resulting in their rejection and destruction
  16. important regulators of normal cell process which promotes growth
  17. Most___contain undifferentiated cells =stem cells
  18. rapid-response cells attack viruses and may also be aggressive in attacking cancerous pre-cancerous cells
  19. Involves a mutation in the cell’s genetic structure
  20. limited local____
  21. that is 1.0 cm (0.4 inch) (the size usually detectable by palpation) contains 1 billion cancer cells
  22. Ability of___cells to invade and metastasize -major difference between benign and malignant neoplasms
  23. Extent of____
  24. multistep process beginning with the rapid growth of the primary tumor
  25. them
  26. Second stage where the transformed cells are stimulated to divid
  27. short-lived cells are the first line of defense against infection; kills bacteria, then die, forming pus
  28. and detect and destroy cells with abnormal or altered antigenic determinants
Down
  1. Cells are ____ and primitive and undifferentiated; cell of origin is difficult to
  2. Third stage where tumor cells compete with one another to survive, leading to more mutations that make the
  3. As the tumor increases in, the cells undergo further mutations
  4. Not complete until all ___are done on tumor
  5. produce histamines that help the immune system attack allergens
  6. Can be clinical and ____
  7. may involve one or more cellular changes that are either spontaneous or started by exposure to a_____
  8. immune system’s response to antigens of the malignant cells where lymphocytes continuously check cell-surface
  9. develop and mature in the bone marrow and make proteins called antibodies that fight viruses and bacteria
  10. divides into two identical cells
  11. also form in bone marrow but mature in the thymus has two main types: helper T-cells that stimulate B-cells to make antibodies, and killer T-cells that attack cells directly
  12. Produce more than two cells at the time of mitosis
  13. All cells have the___ to perform all body functions
  14. transformation may involve more than one step and requires repeated exposures to promoting agents
  15. function to regulate cell growth
  16. an orderly process that progresses from a state of immaturity to a state of maturity
  17. termed tumor-associated antigens (TAAs)
  18. more aggressive
  19. cells innate immune system's traffic cops, directing T-cells and B-cells to their targets
  20. Greek words that mean “big eaters,” these long-limbed that are voracious, using flexible tendrils to snag and attack their targets
  21. Staging applied to specific____
  22. As cells ____, this potential is repressed, and the mature cell is capable of performing only specific functions

50 Clues: them • Extent of____ • Role of the____ • more aggressive • limited local____ • Can be clinical and ____ • indiscriminate and continuous • development of own blood supply • Staging applied to specific____ • divides into two identical cells • extensive____and regional spread • function to regulate cell growth • termed tumor-associated antigens (TAAs) • ...

Crossword 2024-01-29

Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. digest and destroys dead cells and old cell parts, recycles makes new cells
  2. Layer outside the cell, holds everything together
  3. Large molecules made from stringing amino acids together.
  4. The parts of cell
  5. The cells powerhouse
  6. Cells found in plants
  7. Sort proteins from the ER then distribute where they need to go
Down
  1. in plant cells only
  2. Protein making factories
  3. all organisms are made of cells
  4. temporary cell storage bubbles
  5. Protect the cell and give it shape
  6. much more complex types of cells
  7. Jelly like substance
  8. The cells "control center"
  9. one waste product is Lactic Acid
  10. Cells found in aniamls
  11. single celled bacteria that do not have a membrane
  12. unit of all forms of life

19 Clues: The parts of cell • in plant cells only • Jelly like substance • The cells powerhouse • Cells found in plants • Cells found in aniamls • Protein making factories • unit of all forms of life • The cells "control center" • temporary cell storage bubbles • all organisms are made of cells • much more complex types of cells • one waste product is Lactic Acid • ...

Cell Pathology 2014-02-13

Cell Pathology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Programmed cell death.
  2. Abnormal cell development.
  3. Study of tissues.
  4. To further investigate.
  5. Study of cells.
  6. Increase in size of cells.
  7. cytology Takes off a layer of cells.
  8. Outcome of disease.
  9. A fine needle is used for this.
  10. A different way to take layers of cells.
  11. Outcome of investigation.
Down
  1. Cell death due to membrane degradation.
  2. How a sample of cells are taken out of the body.
  3. A change in size,colour and shape of cells.
  4. Change in cell type.
  5. A name used for an increase in the number of cells.
  6. A study of cells in diseases.
  7. Professional who works in a laboratory.
  8. A cause of cell injury.
  9. You give one for a urine test.

20 Clues: Study of cells. • Study of tissues. • Outcome of disease. • Change in cell type. • Programmed cell death. • To further investigate. • A cause of cell injury. • Outcome of investigation. • Abnormal cell development. • Increase in size of cells. • A study of cells in diseases. • You give one for a urine test. • A fine needle is used for this. • cytology Takes off a layer of cells. • ...

exam 2 2022-08-02

exam 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. Proteins that have many different variants across the human population are called
  2. Naïve T cells can be induced to become regulatory T cells through exposure to:
  3. The broad concept of by which our B and T cells “learn” to not react to our own bodies is called
  4. Peptides fragments in the cytoplasm of human cells are taken to the endoplasmic reticulum by:
  5. Proteins displayed on class I MHC molecules are
  6. Peyer’s Patches are located in this tissue
  7. What kind of cell serves as the mechanism for getting antigen into the Peyer’s patch?
  8. Both B and T cells begin life in the:
  9. Follicular dendritic cells use what molecule to attract B cells so the B cells may “sample” their antigens?
  10. The portion of the invariant chain that occupies the class II MHC groove in an endosome is called
  11. IL-12 is a cytokine that causes uncommitted T helper cells to become what class of T helper cell?
  12. Activated T cells have license to visit specific areas of the body, and their ability to visit a site (or to not visit a site) is controlled by
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  1. What kinds of cells inspect the peptides presented on class I MHC molecules
  2. The secondary lymphoid structure with the job of presenting opsonized antigens to B cells is
  3. Virgin B cells that don’t pass the first test of having produced antibodies that do not react to self are given a second chance to change their light chain genes to create a new receptor in a process called
  4. The component produced by CTLs that punches a hole into an infected cell’s membrane is called
  5. MHC restriction is also known as:
  6. IL-4 is a cytokine that causes uncommitted T helper cells to become what class of T helper cell?
  7. The structures which can best be described as a sea of B cells that contain islands of follicular dendritic cells are called
  8. helper T cells use ________ as the co-receptor.

20 Clues: MHC restriction is also known as: • Both B and T cells begin life in the: • Peyer’s Patches are located in this tissue • Proteins displayed on class I MHC molecules are • helper T cells use ________ as the co-receptor. • What kinds of cells inspect the peptides presented on class I MHC molecules • ...

Immunology 2022-09-24

Immunology crossword puzzle
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  1. multiple drug treatment for HIV infection
  2. transcription factor that helps activate the expression of pro-inflammatory genes
  3. cell adhesion molecule
  4. end product of complement cascade that can kill pathogens directly by forming a pore in the pathogen membrane leading to lysis
  5. cytokines that help cells resist viral infections
  6. differentiate into T helper phenotypes with roles in adaptive immunity
  7. immune response
  8. adaptive immune responses in which there is a major role for effector T cells
  9. WBCs with multilobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules
  10. a transcription factor that causes several hundred tissue specific genes to be transcribed by epithelial cells in the thymus
  11. NK cells use this mechanism to induce apoptosis in virally infected cells
  12. differentiate into cytotoxic T cells
  13. immunoglobulin that is expressed on B cell surface
  14. end stage disease of HIV
  15. cytokine that is a chemical messenger secreted by immune cells that help in their communication with other cells
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  1. cytokine produced by macrophages and T cells that is highly pro-inflammatory
  2. repeating molecular patterns on microbes that are recognized by PRRs on immune cells
  3. name of MHC gene complex and proteins in humans
  4. a molecule recognized in native structure by antibodies
  5. can differentiate into plasma cells
  6. adaptive immune responses in which there is a major role for effector cells
  7. specific cell surface molecules on immune cells that help to differentiate immune cells
  8. chemokines
  9. lymphocyte that induces apoptosis of target cells
  10. acute phase protein that binds to phosphocholine
  11. intracellular adhesion molecules
  12. cell surface molecules involved in presentation of peptide antigens
  13. cell that is able to present antigen via MHC molecules to T cell receptors
  14. thymus derived lymphocyte comprised of CD4 and CD8 cells
  15. cell wall component of gram negative bacteria
  16. immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells
  17. presents antigen of MHC to T cells
  18. protein family to which antibodies and B cell receptors belong

33 Clues: chemokines • immune response • cell adhesion molecule • end stage disease of HIV • intracellular adhesion molecules • presents antigen of MHC to T cells • can differentiate into plasma cells • differentiate into cytotoxic T cells • immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells • multiple drug treatment for HIV infection • cell wall component of gram negative bacteria • ...

Jayla's Cell Puzzle 2025-10-02

Jayla's Cell Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. All cells come from existing cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all living things are made of cells
  2. controls what enters and exits the cell
  3. living
  4. the powerhouse of the cell
  5. The basic unit of life
  6. storage room for cells and keeps everything safe
  7. The organelle in a PLANT cell that protects and helps hold the structure of the cell
  8. The prefix in prokaryotes that means before
  9. Mitochondria is known as the power house of the cells
  10. multicellular organisms that decompose organic material
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  1. The assembly lines, building proteins
  2. plant cells perform this process
  3. The prefix used in the word Abiotic that means without
  4. are ancient bacteria with unique adaptions to extreme environments
  5. what makes plants green
  6. breaks down waste in the cells
  7. jelly like filling inside the cells
  8. The control center of the cell
  9. The packaging and shipping center of the cells
  10. non living
  11. The conveyor belt that transports material

21 Clues: living • non living • The basic unit of life • what makes plants green • the powerhouse of the cell • breaks down waste in the cells • The control center of the cell • plant cells perform this process • jelly like filling inside the cells • The assembly lines, building proteins • controls what enters and exits the cell • The conveyor belt that transports material • ...

cell division 2025-03-17

cell division crossword puzzle
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  1. chromosomes form condensed chromatin
  2. the molecule that carries genetic information
  3. two identical chromatids attached at the centromere
  4. the part of the chromosome where chromatids are attatched
  5. larger cells with complex internal organization including a nucleus
  6. the division of the cytoplasm to form two daughter cells
  7. all living things are made of cells, all cells are derived from other cells, all cells perform similar functions
  8. a new nuclear membrane forms around each set of chromatids
  9. cell division of chromosomes into two daughter cells
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  1. chromosomes split up and chromatids are pulled to opposite ends of the cell
  2. the period in the cell during which the cell grows, matures, and duplicates the genetic information
  3. simple cells that lack a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles
  4. chromosomes line up along the center plane
  5. a cylindrical organelle in animal cells that form spindle fibers
  6. an organelle specific to plant cells
  7. one of two identical halves of a replicated chromosome
  8. DNA strands in the nucleus during interphase
  9. the process by which plant cells get energy
  10. the formation of two daughter cells from a single parent cell

19 Clues: chromosomes form condensed chromatin • an organelle specific to plant cells • chromosomes line up along the center plane • the process by which plant cells get energy • DNA strands in the nucleus during interphase • the molecule that carries genetic information • two identical chromatids attached at the centromere • cell division of chromosomes into two daughter cells • ...

FGV Stem Cell Vocab Crossword 2024-04-16

FGV Stem Cell Vocab Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. The process by which cells become increasingly specialized to carry out specific functions in tissues and organs.
  2. A person with advanced knowledge of empirical fields.
  3. A group of cells with a similar function or embryological origin. Tissues organize further to become organs.
  4. A cluster of dividing cells made by a fertilized egg.
  5. Tissue or cells obtained from a dead human embryo or fetus after a spontaneous or induced abortion or stillbirth.
  6. A group or layer of cells that work together to perform a specific function.
  7. Cells with the potential to develop into many different types of cells in the body.
  8. A permanent change in gene expression inherited by all of a cell's descendants
  9. Adult stem cells, present in skeletal muscle tissue, which can self-renew and are capable of giving rise to skeletal muscle cells.
  10. An immature cell that can develop into all types of blood cells, including white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets.
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  1. Largely undifferentiated cell originating in the central nervous system.
  2. Promotes the repair response of diseased, dysfunctional or injured tissue using stem cells or their derivatives.
  3. These stem cells come from embryos that are 3 to 5 days old.
  4. An animal in the early stages of growth and differentiation that are characterized by cleavage, the laying down of fundamental tissues, and the formation of primitive organs and organ systems.
  5. Any of the 3 layers of cells differentiated in embryos following gastrulation.
  6. An impairment of health.
  7. The basic structural and functional unit of all organisms
  8. Early stage cells that can become any type of cell in the body.
  9. Unspecialized or undifferentiated cells.
  10. A single cell that forms when an egg is fertilized by a sperm. Every cell type in the human body arises from this single cell. Within a few days, that single cell divides over and over again until it forms a blastocyte.

20 Clues: An impairment of health. • Unspecialized or undifferentiated cells. • A person with advanced knowledge of empirical fields. • A cluster of dividing cells made by a fertilized egg. • The basic structural and functional unit of all organisms • These stem cells come from embryos that are 3 to 5 days old. • Early stage cells that can become any type of cell in the body. • ...

Unit 2 Crossword 2 2023-09-03

Unit 2 Crossword 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. smallest white blood cells; body's "specific" immunity
  2. fast, localized clotting of blood at site of injury
  3. movement in response to a chemical
  4. group of white blood cells with granules and lobed nuclei
  5. white blood cells that release histamine and heparin
  6. structure absent in red blood cells, but present in white blood cells
  7. high white blood cell count (infection)
  8. white blood cells that phagocytize bacteria and viruses
  9. white blood cells that defend against parasitic worms
  10. final step in hemostasis; occurs via clotting mechanisms
  11. movement in and out of blood vessels
  12. another name for white blood cell
  13. largest white blood cells; become macrophages
  14. movement toward a stimulus
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  1. fragments of megakaryocytes involved in clotting; also called thrombocytes
  2. group of white blood cells with no granules
  3. formation of new white blood cells
  4. contraction of a blood vessel
  5. fibers exposed in a broken blood vessel that allow platelets to stick
  6. low white blood cell count (weakened immune system)

20 Clues: movement toward a stimulus • contraction of a blood vessel • another name for white blood cell • movement in response to a chemical • formation of new white blood cells • movement in and out of blood vessels • high white blood cell count (infection) • group of white blood cells with no granules • largest white blood cells; become macrophages • ...

Lymph/Immune 2024 2024-08-12

Lymph/Immune 2024 crossword puzzle
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  1. must be presented with Ag to activate
  2. these cells secrete antibodies
  3. antibody involved in hypersensitivity reactions
  4. the most abundant type of WBC
  5. large clusters of lymphoid follicles in the small intestine
  6. where T cells mature
  7. T cells that, once activated, can directly kill virus-infected cells
  8. another name for immunoglobulin
  9. accounts for the redness and heat of inflammation
  10. cleanse the lymph as it passes through them
  11. can kill cancer cells and virus-infected body cells before the adaptive immune system is activated
  12. proteins that identify cells as "self
  13. the most abundant antibody
  14. can form a membrane attack complex
  15. predominate in germinal centers
  16. help protect cells that have not yet been infected by a virus
  17. antibody found in sweat and saliva
  18. "the RBC graveyard"
  19. a first line immune defense
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  1. disease that arises when self isn't distinguished from non-self
  2. where immune functions of the spleen take place
  3. an abnormally high body temp
  4. this immune response is faster and larger than the primary
  5. Tcells that help activate B cells, other T cells, and macrophages
  6. these tissues have crypts
  7. cells that capture antigens and bring them back to the lymph nodes
  8. chemicals that lead to fever
  9. transport absorbed fat from the small intestine to the bloodstream
  10. help phagocytes bind to pathogens
  11. these cells become plasma cells
  12. Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissues around pharynx entry

31 Clues: "the RBC graveyard" • where T cells mature • these tissues have crypts • the most abundant antibody • a first line immune defense • an abnormally high body temp • chemicals that lead to fever • the most abundant type of WBC • these cells secrete antibodies • another name for immunoglobulin • these cells become plasma cells • predominate in germinal centers • ...

Blood 2023-04-04

Blood crossword puzzle
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  1. manufacture of new white blood cells
  2. within a cell
  3. the iron-based component of hemoglobin that carries oxygen
  4. clear, straw-colored liquid portion of blood
  5. percentage of red blood cells in blood
  6. destruction of red blood cells
  7. type of white blood cell active during allergic response; produces histamine and promotes inflammation
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  1. white blood cells
  2. platelets
  3. deficiency of red blood cells
  4. hemoglobin with no oxygen
  5. mature red blood cell
  6. between cells
  7. clotting of blood
  8. cancer of white blood cells
  9. oxygen-carrying molecule found on erythrocyte; contains iron
  10. production of red blood cells
  11. A protein that, when introduced in the blood, triggers the production of an antibody
  12. type of white blood cell; causes allergy response
  13. cell eating

20 Clues: platelets • cell eating • between cells • within a cell • white blood cells • clotting of blood • mature red blood cell • hemoglobin with no oxygen • cancer of white blood cells • deficiency of red blood cells • production of red blood cells • destruction of red blood cells • manufacture of new white blood cells • percentage of red blood cells in blood • ...

Immunology Acronyms 2022-09-24

Immunology Acronyms crossword puzzle
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  1. CD8+ T cells with the effector function of targeting and killing virally infected cells and tumor cells by apoptosis
  2. general designation of many of the different cytokines which are chemical messengers secreted by immune cells that help in their communication with other cells
  3. white blood cells with multi-lobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules
  4. immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells
  5. cells surface ligands for the leukocyte integrins; Critical in binding of lymphocytes and other leukocytes to certain cells
  6. the regions of the antigen binding loops of Ig molecules, antibodies and T cell receptors that come into contact with antigen
  7. a family of Pattern Recognition Receptors present on many leukocytes and epithelial cells that recognize PAMPs on pathogens and help initiate immune responses
  8. a cell that is able to present antigen via MHC molecules to T cell receptors on T cells
  9. amino acid sequence in cytoplasmic domains of membrane receptors involved in signal transduction
  10. short DNA sequences flanking Ig and TCR V D and J gene segments that serve as the binding sites for the RAG complex allowing Ig and TCR gene rearrangement
  11. a molecule that is recognized in native (original) structure by antibodies or B cell receptor, or a peptide that is presented by MHC molecules to T cell receptor
  12. designation for specific cell-surface molecules on immune cells that help to differentiate one immune cell from another
  13. a type of APC that presents antigen in the context of MHC to T cells
  14. acute phase protein that binds to phosphocholine that can trigger Complement activation and acts as an opsonin
  15. end product of the Complement cascade that can kill pathogens directly by forming a pore in pathogen membrane leading to lysis
  16. Fragment with antigen binding: the part of an antibody (that can be isolated by protease digestion) responsible for antigen binding consisting of the light chain and amino-terminal half of the heavy chain disulfide-bonded together
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  1. autoimmune disease where autoantibodies (against DNA, RNA, and proteins associated with nucleic acids) form immune complexes
  2. adaptive immune responses in which there is a major role for effector T cells
  3. name of MHC gene complex and proteins in humans
  4. a cell wall component of gram negative bacteria which can be bound by TLR-4 on macrophages and dendritic cells
  5. multiple drug treatment for HIV infection
  6. sIg on B cells that binds Ag and transmits signal 1 to activate B cells.
  7. receptors on immune cells and epithelial cells that recognize and bind to PAMPs on microbes
  8. family name for cytokines that help cells to resist viral infections
  9. Member of TNF receptor family expressed on certain cells that makes them susceptible to being killed by cells expressing the specific ligand
  10. the Ag receptor on T cells
  11. protein family to which antibodies and B-cell receptors belong
  12. designation for a family of cell surface molecules involved in the presentation of peptide antigens to T cells
  13. an immunoglobulin that is expressed on B cell surface
  14. a mechanism NK cells use to induce apoptosis in virally infected cells or tumor cells
  15. repeating molecular patterns on microbes that are recognized by PRRs on immune cells
  16. soluble acute phase response protein that can bind mannose on pathogens; can activate the lectin pathway of Complement and acts as an opsonin

32 Clues: the Ag receptor on T cells • immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells • multiple drug treatment for HIV infection • name of MHC gene complex and proteins in humans • an immunoglobulin that is expressed on B cell surface • protein family to which antibodies and B-cell receptors belong • white blood cells with multi-lobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules • ...

Immunology Acronyms 2022-09-25

Immunology Acronyms crossword puzzle
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  1. cells surface ligands for the leukocyte integrins; Critical in binding of lymphocytes and other leukocytes to certain cells
  2. repeating molecular patterns on microbes that are recognized by PRRs on immune cells
  3. a molecule that is recognized in native (original) structure by antibodies or B cell receptor, or a peptide that is presented by MHC molecules to T cell receptor
  4. designation for specific cell-surface molecules on immune cells that help to differentiate one immune cell from another
  5. a mechanism NK cells use to induce apoptosis in virally infected cells or tumor cells
  6. adaptive immune responses in which there is a major role for effector T cells
  7. an immunoglobulin that is expressed on B cell surface
  8. a family of Pattern Recognition Receptors present on many leukocytes and epithelial cells that recognize PAMPs on pathogens and help initiate immune responses
  9. a cell wall component of gram negative bacteria which can be bound by TLR-4 on macrophages and dendritic cells
  10. general designation of many of the different cytokines which are chemical messengers secreted by immune cells that help in their communication with other cells
  11. immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells
  12. Fragment with antigen binding: the part of an antibody (that can be isolated by protease digestion) responsible for antigen binding consisting of the light chain and amino-terminal half of the heavy chain disulfide-bonded together
  13. end product of the Complement cascade that can kill pathogens directly by forming a pore in pathogen membrane leading to lysis
  14. CD8+ T cells with the effector function of targeting and killing virally infected cells and tumor cells by apoptosis
  15. family name for cytokines that help cells to resist viral infections
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  1. name of MHC gene complex and proteins in humans
  2. acute phase protein that binds to phosphocholine that can trigger Complement activation and acts as an opsonin
  3. multiple drug treatment for HIV infection
  4. autoimmune disease where autoantibodies (against DNA, RNA, and proteins associated with nucleic acids) form immune complexes
  5. a cell that is able to present antigen via MHC molecules to T cell receptors on T cells
  6. amino acid sequence in cytoplasmic domains of membrane receptors involved in signal transduction
  7. protein family to which antibodies and B-cell receptors belong
  8. a type of APC that presents antigen in the context of MHC to T cells
  9. soluble acute phase response protein that can bind mannose on pathogens; can activate the lectin pathway of Complement and acts as an opsonin
  10. short DNA sequences flanking Ig and TCR V D and J gene segments that serve as the binding sites for the RAG complex allowing Ig and TCR gene rearrangement
  11. the Ag receptor on T cells
  12. white blood cells with multi-lobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules
  13. receptors on immune cells and epithelial cells that recognize and bind to PAMPs on microbes
  14. the regions of the antigen binding loops of Ig molecules, antibodies and T cell receptors that come into contact with antigen
  15. designation for a family of cell surface molecules involved in the presentation of peptide antigens to T cells
  16. sIg on B cells that binds Ag and transmits signal 1 to activate B cells.
  17. Member of TNF receptor family expressed on certain cells that makes them susceptible to being killed by cells expressing the specific ligand

32 Clues: the Ag receptor on T cells • immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells • multiple drug treatment for HIV infection • name of MHC gene complex and proteins in humans • an immunoglobulin that is expressed on B cell surface • protein family to which antibodies and B-cell receptors belong • white blood cells with multi-lobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules • ...

Stem Cells Vocabulary Crossword 2023-04-18

Stem Cells Vocabulary Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. The abbreviation for induced pluripotent cells.
  2. Bring into existence.
  3. To replace lost or injured tissue.
  4. cells Genetically identical cells formed when a cell undergoes division by mitosis.
  5. An activity or purpose natural to or intended for a person or thing.
  6. Separate or be separated into parts.
  7. Recognize or ascertain what makes someone or something different.
  8. state The ability to be able to give rise to multiple cells within a lineage.
  9. Take the place of.
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  1. Having or showing the capacity to become or develop into something in the future.
  2. The tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements.
  3. stem cells Another name for adult stem cells.
  4. Designed or produced to meet someone's individual requirements.
  5. stem cells Cells that are able to self-renew by dividing and developing into the three primary groups of cells that make up a human body.
  6. Medicine Seeks to replace tissue or organs that have been damaged by disease, trauma, or injury.
  7. stem cells Are cells that are capable of self-renewal and limited differentiation.
  8. Not different or differentiated.
  9. The haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete or microorganism.
  10. Inflict physical harm on (something) so as to impair its value, usefulness, or normal function.
  11. stem cells Are undifferentiated cells that are found in many different tissues throughout the body.

20 Clues: Take the place of. • Bring into existence. • Not different or differentiated. • To replace lost or injured tissue. • Separate or be separated into parts. • stem cells Another name for adult stem cells. • The abbreviation for induced pluripotent cells. • The haploid set of chromosomes in a gamete or microorganism. • ...

Science Biology crossword 2023-11-12

Science Biology crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. cells Organisms composed of many cells, humans.
  2. amplifies the image.
  3. lobe Processing auditory information.
  4. An instrument used to see very small things.. Cells Basic units of living things.
  5. lobe Performs motor cells.
  6. Living thing that uses photosynthesis.
  7. Gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of the cell.
  8. Found in plant cells and makes Photosynthesis take place.
  9. blood cells Carry oxygen in the lungs.
  10. reticulum A network of membranous tubes within the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell.
  11. Carries oxygenated blood away from the heart.
  12. Depositing waste.
  13. Central unit of the cell.
  14. cells with unique functions in the body.
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  1. Have been around for millions of years.
  2. enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid.
  3. Mushrooms.
  4. A body system that breaks up food and creates nutrients.
  5. Breathing.
  6. An organelle found in large numbers in most cells.
  7. separates and protects the interior of a cell from the outside environment
  8. Carries blood around the body.
  9. uses visible light and a system of lenses to generate magnified images of small objects.
  10. Any number of specialised or organised cells within a living cell.
  11. Outer protection of the cell, in plant cells.
  12. cells Made up of one cell, that carries out all the functions
  13. Carries de-oxygenated blood to the heart.
  14. Found in the cytoplasm of living cells.
  15. blood cells Fights infections.

29 Clues: Mushrooms. • Breathing. • Depositing waste. • amplifies the image. • Central unit of the cell. • lobe Performs motor cells. • Carries blood around the body. • blood cells Fights infections. • lobe Processing auditory information. • Living thing that uses photosynthesis. • blood cells Carry oxygen in the lungs. • Have been around for millions of years. • ...

Memory Cross Word puzzle 2025-10-14

Memory Cross Word puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. Molecular basis for innate memory reprogramming
  2. Determines the quality and longevity of T cell memory formation
  3. Long-term protection involving class switching and affinity maturation
  4. Process improving antibody affinity in germinal centers
  5. Cytokine important for survival of memory T cells
  6. Long-lived memory T cells that reside in lymphoid organs
  7. Type of T cell generated during a primary response
  8. Cells providing activation and costimulatory signals to T cells
  9. Cytokine required for NK cell memory induction
  10. Small antigen that is not immunogenic alone
  11. Altered in memory T cells to favor rapid activation
  12. Enzymes secreted by NK cells to induce apoptosis in target cells
  13. Defining feature of the adaptive immune system
  14. Innate immune memory caused by epigenetic and metabolic reprogramming
  15. Large immunogenic molecule that helps induce response to a hapten
  16. Cells that secrete antibodies during secondary responses
  17. Process changing antibody isotype during B cell activation
  18. Mechanism making nonimmunogenic molecules immunogenic when linked
  19. Type of modification involved in innate immune training
  20. Innate immune cells capable of developing trained immunity
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  1. T cells that remain in tissue sites for rapid protection
  2. Helper T cells critical for B cell memory development
  3. Cytotoxic protein upregulated in memory NK cells
  4. Receptor important for NK cell trafficking in memory formation
  5. Memory-like T cells generated without antigen exposure
  6. Response that is faster and stronger due to immune memory
  7. Cytokine that maintains memory CD8 T cells
  8. Cytokine that enhances NK cell activation with IL12 and IL15
  9. T cells that circulate in non-lymphoid tissues
  10. T cells capable of self-renewal and generating all other memory subsets
  11. Cytokine produced by memory NK cells upon reactivation
  12. Site of B cell proliferation and differentiation during memory formation
  13. Innate lymphocytes that can exhibit antigen-specific memory
  14. Transcription factor that regulates memory T cell metabolism
  15. Type of T cell that has not yet encountered its antigen

35 Clues: Cytokine that maintains memory CD8 T cells • Small antigen that is not immunogenic alone • T cells that circulate in non-lymphoid tissues • Cytokine required for NK cell memory induction • Defining feature of the adaptive immune system • Molecular basis for innate memory reprogramming • Cytotoxic protein upregulated in memory NK cells • ...

Laug OSU Winter 2025 - Immunology Exam 2 Study Tool Week 6 2025-02-19

Laug OSU Winter 2025 - Immunology Exam 2 Study Tool Week 6 crossword puzzle
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  1. The process in the thymus that ensures T cells can recognize self-MHC, occurring in the cortex.
  2. A receptor that, when bound by FasL, initiates the apoptotic pathway in cells.
  3. A process where cells degrade their own components, playing a role in self-antigen presentation in the thymus.
  4. A checkpoint protein expressed on some cells that binds PD-1, helping suppress T cell activity and prevent overactive immune responses.
  5. A transcription factor that allows mTECs to express tissue-specific proteins for negative selection.
  6. A protein that binds Fas to trigger apoptosis in target cells, helping regulate the immune response.
  7. Cells in the thymus that present self-antigens to developing T cells, aiding in negative selection.
  8. A state in which a T cell becomes functionally inactive due to lack of co-stimulation.
  9. A mechanism by which overactivated T cells undergo apoptosis to maintain immune homeostasis.
  10. Specialized cells in the thymic cortex that present self-MHC molecules to developing T cells during positive selection.
  11. The requirement that T cells recognize antigen only in the context of self-MHC molecules.
  12. A type of T cell that develops outside the thymus and suppresses immune responses to prevent autoimmunity.
  13. The outer region of the thymus where immature T cells undergo positive selection.
  14. The process that eliminates T cells that bind too strongly to self-antigens, preventing autoimmunity.
  15. Proteins usually found in specific organs, but expressed in the thymus for immune tolerance training.
  16. The inner region of the thymus where negative selection occurs.
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  1. The process by which developing T cells in the thymus are selected to prevent autoimmunity.
  2. A T cell that has completed selection and expresses either CD4 or CD8, but not both.
  3. Molecules like PD-1 and CTLA-4 that regulate immune activation and prevent excessive immune responses.
  4. Cells in the thymic medulla that express self-antigens to help in negative selection.
  5. A mechanism in B cells that modifies their antigen receptor to prevent self-reactivity.
  6. A feature of NK cells, which attack cells that lack self-MHC molecules, such as virus-infected or cancerous cells.
  7. A process that prevents self-reactive T cells from causing autoimmunity outside the thymus.
  8. A receptor on T cells that, when bound to PD-L1, downregulates immune responses.
  9. A checkpoint protein on T cells that competes with CD28 to bind B7, inhibiting immune activation.
  10. A subset of T cells that develop in the thymus and suppress immune responses to maintain tolerance.
  11. A stage of T cell development where thymocytes express both CD4 and CD8 before selection.
  12. A transcription factor required for regulatory T cell development and function.

28 Clues: The inner region of the thymus where negative selection occurs. • A receptor that, when bound by FasL, initiates the apoptotic pathway in cells. • A transcription factor required for regulatory T cell development and function. • A receptor on T cells that, when bound to PD-L1, downregulates immune responses. • ...

Cell Structure and Function 2024-10-22

Cell Structure and Function crossword puzzle
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  1. This endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is covered with ribosomes and functions to synthesize and transport proteins.
  2. This organelle moves DNA/chromosomes during animal cell division.
  3. This endoplasmic reticulum (ER) makes and transports lipids.
  4. Cells that have no nucleus and free-floating DNA, e.g. bacteria.
  5. The fluid that fills cells.
  6. Muscle cells have many mitochondria so they can produce lots of __________.
  7. This organelle produces proteins and can be found on the rough ER or floating in the cell.
  8. A flexible, permeable barrier surrounding all cells.
  9. The "mailman" of the cell, this organelle packages and transports proteins and lipids within and out of the cell.
  10. Cells that have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, e.g. animal cells.
Down
  1. The "digestive system" of animal cells, this organelle breaks down cell waste.
  2. Leaf cells have many chloroplasts so they can perform ______________ to make food for the plant cell.
  3. A rigid support for the outside of plant cells.
  4. This organelle stores water, nutrients, and waste products.
  5. This organelle provides internal structural support/shape to all cells.
  6. The "brain" of the cell that contains DNA.
  7. The "powerhouse of the cell", this organelle produces ATP (cell energy).
  8. "Mini organs" in eukaryotic cells that perform unique functions for the cell.
  9. This organelle contains chlorophyll and performs photosynthesis.
  10. Red blood cells lack nuclei so they can carry more ____________.
  11. Nerve cells lack centrioles, telling us they do not ___________.

21 Clues: The fluid that fills cells. • The "brain" of the cell that contains DNA. • A rigid support for the outside of plant cells. • A flexible, permeable barrier surrounding all cells. • This organelle stores water, nutrients, and waste products. • This endoplasmic reticulum (ER) makes and transports lipids. • ...

Cell theory 2023-12-21

Cell theory crossword puzzle
Across
  1. All cells from from ____ cells
  2. Cells make and ___ cells.
  3. life comes from one or___ cells.
  4. The cell ____
  5. ____ cells
  6. type of cell that has a nucleus
  7. a type of cell
  8. basic unit of life
  9. another type of cells
  10. A scientist that study animals and noticed all animals are made up of cells
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  1. ___ cells
  2. first scientist that looked at cells
  3. type of cell organisms that lacks a nucleus
  4. Cells are the ____ thing in us
  5. one of the people who made the cell theory
  6. topic of this

16 Clues: ___ cells • ____ cells • The cell ____ • topic of this • a type of cell • basic unit of life • another type of cells • Cells make and ___ cells. • All cells from from ____ cells • Cells are the ____ thing in us • type of cell that has a nucleus • life comes from one or___ cells. • first scientist that looked at cells • one of the people who made the cell theory • ...

Cell theory 2023-12-21

Cell theory crossword puzzle
Across
  1. All cells from from ____ cells
  2. Cells make and ___ cells.
  3. life comes from one or___ cells.
  4. The cell ____
  5. ____ cells
  6. type of cell that has a nucleus
  7. a type of cell
  8. basic unit of life
  9. another type of cells
  10. A scientist that study animals and noticed all animals are made up of cells
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  1. ___ cells
  2. first scientist that looked at cells
  3. type of cell organisms that lacks a nucleus
  4. Cells are the ____ thing in us
  5. one of the people who made the cell theory
  6. topic of this

16 Clues: ___ cells • ____ cells • The cell ____ • topic of this • a type of cell • basic unit of life • another type of cells • Cells make and ___ cells. • All cells from from ____ cells • Cells are the ____ thing in us • type of cell that has a nucleus • life comes from one or___ cells. • first scientist that looked at cells • one of the people who made the cell theory • ...

Crossword13 2024-11-30

Crossword13 crossword puzzle
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  1. _____ Cells Differentiated B cells that secrete large quantities of antibodies during an immune response.
  2. A protective secretion of the digestive and respiratory systems that traps pathogens and particles.
  3. A subtype of T cells that kill infected cells by inducing apoptosis.
  4. A network of capillaries in the nephron where filtration of blood occurs.
  5. A subtype of T cells that activate B cells, cytotoxic T cells, and other immune cells by secreting cytokines.
  6. Channel proteins in cell membranes that facilitate the rapid movement of water.
  7. A protein in red blood cells that binds oxygen in the lungs and releases it in tissues.
  8. The specific part of an antigen that binds to an antibody or antigen receptor.
  9. Y-shaped proteins secreted by plasma cells that specifically bind to antigens to neutralize or eliminate them.
  10. A hormone secreted by the stomach that stimulates hunger before meals.
  11. The process of introducing antigens into the body to stimulate the production of memory cells and immunity.
  12. _______ Immunity A specific immune response enhanced by previous exposure to pathogens, involving B and T cells.
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  1. Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs between air and blood.
  2. The process of maintaining water and solute balance in the body to ensure homeostasis.
  3. _____ Cells Long-lived B or T cells that provide immunity by responding more rapidly and effectively to subsequent exposures to the same antigen.
  4. An inactive enzyme secreted by chief cells in the stomach, converted to pepsin in the presence of hydrochloric acid.
  5. An organism or agent that causes disease, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
  6. Expansion The rapid multiplication of B or T cells in response to an antigen, generating a large population of immune cells specific to that antigen.
  7. _______ Immunity The non-specific first line of defense against pathogens, involving barriers, phagocytes, and inflammation.
  8. Finger-like projections in the small intestine that increase surface area for nutrient absorption.
  9. ________ Node (SA Node) A group of autorhythmic cells in the heart that act as the pacemaker, initiating the cardiac cycle.
  10. A hormone secreted by fat cells that suppresses appetite and regulates energy balance.
  11. A molecule or substance that elicits an immune response by being recognized by antigen receptors on B and T cells.

23 Clues: A subtype of T cells that kill infected cells by inducing apoptosis. • A hormone secreted by the stomach that stimulates hunger before meals. • A network of capillaries in the nephron where filtration of blood occurs. • Tiny air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs between air and blood. • ...

Stem Cells 2025-10-29

Stem Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Which stem cells are taken from embryos a few days old?
  2. Which stem cell is used to avoid immune rejection?
  3. What is the abbreviated name for stem cells made in a lab?
  4. An early-stage embryo that are pluripotent cells?
  5. Stem Cells are ___ cells that give rise to other cells?
  6. marrow Where are multipotent stem cells found?
  7. Somatic stem cells are also known as __ stem cells?
  8. Another word for multipotent stem cells?
  9. Creator of Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells?
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  1. Induced pluripotent stem cells are made by ___ reprogramming?
  2. A type of stem cell that can become almost every cell in the body?
  3. What type of medicine relies heavily on stem cells?
  4. What stem cell can differentiate into all possible stem cells?
  5. Process of turning stem cells into specific cell types?
  6. Stem cells can be used to grow new ___ for transplant?
  7. Stem cells can treat which blood-related disease?

16 Clues: Another word for multipotent stem cells? • Creator of Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells? • marrow Where are multipotent stem cells found? • Stem cells can treat which blood-related disease? • An early-stage embryo that are pluripotent cells? • Which stem cell is used to avoid immune rejection? • What type of medicine relies heavily on stem cells? • ...

Immunology 2014-04-21

Immunology crossword puzzle
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  1. Leukocytes formed within the lymphatic system.
  2. Immediate recognition (hours) using conserved epitopes. Containment and clearing of pathogens and co-activates adaptive immunity
  3. Receptor that recognizes pathogenic epitopes and activates macrophages to phagocytize pathogens and release cytokines.
  4. Cells that produce a single antibody type (clonality) to recognize extracellular epitopes and form immunological memory.
  5. Cells and factors that contribute to immune system regulation.
  6. ______ T-cells directly kill virus infected cells and interact with MHC Class 1 molecules (aka CD8= T-cells).
  7. Molecules that present large extracellular peptide fragments in a peptide binding groove that are obtained from the endosomes of antigen presenting cells and are recognized by CD4= T-cells.
  8. Cells that present foreign antigens to other cells (macrophages, dendritic cells, and B-cells).
  9. Molecules that present small intracellular peptide fragments in a peptide binding groove that are obtained from production of peptides in the ER. Expressed in all somatic cells and recognized by CD8= T-cells.
  10. Double chained receptor consisting of primarily (αβ) heterodimers capable of recognizing MHC molecules.
  11. Two classes of variable regions of antibodies (κ and λ).
  12. Recognition using pathogen-specific epitopes. Slower (when naïve) but targeted and more powerful approach. Co-activates innate immunity and serves a memory function.
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  1. A range of variable region classes of antibodies (H) that extends into the constant region.
  2. Mechanism by which antibody response is made specific through alternative RNA splicing and/or DNA recombination (constant region).
  3. Are sentinel cells throughout the body continually taking up extracellular liquids. Activated by cytokines or TLR and travels to lymph nodes to recruit (B7) T-cells (cytokine differentiation).
  4. Addition of non-templated nucleotides to joints between DNA segments.
  5. Innate immune cells that phagocytize pathogens and release cytokines.
  6. White blood cells.
  7. Leukocytes with origin in tissues and blood.
  8. Mechanism by which antibody response is made specific through directed mutation of AB variable region.
  9. A pathogen that relies on host for nutrients.
  10. Innate immune cells that kill antibody-coated parasites.
  11. System of signal amplification using stabilization, recognition of lectin on bacterial membrane, and antibody mediated; involves the cleavage of C3 into C3a and C3b leading to pore formation.
  12. Combinatorial use of DNA segments encoding variable region.
  13. Utilization of integrins/ICAM to create strong binding interaction between MHC and TCR.
  14. A pathogen that hijacks cellular machinery for protein translation and replication.
  15. Pathogenic extracellular feature recognizable by immune system.
  16. Innate immune cells that recognize pathogens through LPS receptors and TLRs. Phagocytize pathogens, release cytokines, and present MHC bound peptides.
  17. ______ T-cells activate B-, T-cells, and effector cells and interact with MHC Class II molecules (aka CD4= T-cells TH1/TH2).
  18. A double branched, antigen binding protein consisting of a constant, a variable, and a hyper-variable region. Serves as receptors for signal transduction for b-cells.

30 Clues: White blood cells. • Leukocytes with origin in tissues and blood. • A pathogen that relies on host for nutrients. • Leukocytes formed within the lymphatic system. • Innate immune cells that kill antibody-coated parasites. • Two classes of variable regions of antibodies (κ and λ). • Combinatorial use of DNA segments encoding variable region. • ...

Chapter 4: Cell Structure 2025-09-17

Chapter 4: Cell Structure crossword puzzle
Across
  1. rigid structure,composed of cellulose, lignin, and/or pectin, surrounding plant cells and found also in bacteria and fungal cells
  2. network of membrane-bound compartments in the cytoplasm
  3. proposed that cells arise from pre-existing cells
  4. first to draw and name cells "Cellulae"
  5. ER with not ribosomes; used for lipid synthesis, breakdown of carbs and lipids;detoxification
  6. structures composed of DNA and proteins (histones)
  7. first to notice that plant bodies are made up of cells
  8. cells do not have a organelles
  9. cells have a body composed of these
  10. discovered the nucleus in cells
  11. cells have a organelles
  12. area where the chromosome is located
  13. a jelly-like interior
  14. howe we are able to visualize cellsl;used to magnify and resolve
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  1. first to describe small organisms in water
  2. also an organelle surrounded by a single membrane called tonoplast
  3. cells are the foundational units of life
  4. ER with granular ribosomes and used for protein synthesis
  5. organelle, very close relative of the mitochondria; it is surrounded by a double membrane
  6. an organelle surrounded by a double membrane
  7. smallest units of life
  8. structures on which proteins are synthesized
  9. circular forms of DNA
  10. the structures that surround cells
  11. stack of membranous sacs containing enzymes that modify proteins and lipids and transport
  12. proposed that animals were made up of cells

26 Clues: circular forms of DNA • a jelly-like interior • smallest units of life • cells have a organelles • cells do not have a organelles • discovered the nucleus in cells • the structures that surround cells • cells have a body composed of these • area where the chromosome is located • first to draw and name cells "Cellulae" • cells are the foundational units of life • ...

Cells-Organ Systems 2022-04-29

Cells-Organ Systems crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a cells "organs"
  2. bones
  3. jellylike material in cell
  4. brain of the cell
  5. smallest unit of life
  6. skin and lining of organs
  7. powerhouse of cell
  8. makes food for plant cell
  9. bones and cartilage
  10. cells storage
  11. brain and spinal cord
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  1. protects plant cells
  2. wicked small
  3. any living thing
  4. group of cells working together
  5. allows you to move and flex
  6. system that has lungs and breathing
  7. protects all cells
  8. eating food
  9. group of tissue working together

20 Clues: bones • eating food • wicked small • cells storage • a cells "organs" • any living thing • brain of the cell • protects all cells • powerhouse of cell • bones and cartilage • protects plant cells • smallest unit of life • brain and spinal cord • skin and lining of organs • makes food for plant cell • jellylike material in cell • allows you to move and flex • group of cells working together • ...

Intro to Cell Biology 2024-10-27

Intro to Cell Biology crossword puzzle
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  1. In chemistry, describes compounds containing carbon
  2. Organisms that possess two or more cells
  3. A particle made of two or more atoms
  4. Brain, stomach, and heart
  5. ___ acids: like RNA and DNA
  6. The smallest unit of matter
  7. Cell ___ :All life is made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all cells arise from other cells
  8. A whole living being
  9. Cells which have specific functions
  10. ___ Microscope: can magnify small objects over 2000 times
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  1. ___ acids: bond together to form proteins
  2. Instrument used to magnify small objects, including cells
  3. Fats, basically
  4. Another name for simple carbohydrates (glucose, sucrose, etc)
  5. The basic unit of all living things
  6. Smallest unit of a chemical compound
  7. A group of cells which produce human skin, for example
  8. (2 words) Group of organs functioning together
  9. Rich in foods like meat, eggs, and fish
  10. A pure substance comprised of only one type of atom

20 Clues: Fats, basically • A whole living being • Brain, stomach, and heart • ___ acids: like RNA and DNA • The smallest unit of matter • The basic unit of all living things • Cells which have specific functions • A particle made of two or more atoms • Smallest unit of a chemical compound • Rich in foods like meat, eggs, and fish • Organisms that possess two or more cells • ...

Cells & Organs of the Immune System 2022-01-16

Cells & Organs of the Immune System crossword puzzle
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  1. What type of immunity consists of phagocytosis, complement, interferon, inflammation, and fever
  2. Carrier proteins that present antigens on cell surfaces
  3. Filters lymph by trapping antigens
  4. Identified by expression of CD16 & CD34 when inactive and expression of CD 11b & CD18 when activated
  5. Antibody binds with the pathogen to alert macrophage/neutrophil to engulf/digest
  6. Large encapsulated organ that filters blood, cellular debris, and aged blood cells
  7. Cytotoxic T-cells (CTLs) that kill cancer/infected cell by apoptosis
  8. T-cells and DCs are found in what part of the lymph node
  9. Best known for being the inductive and effector site for intestinal immune response
  10. Where do T-cells mature?
  11. Recognize general microbial patterns and are essential for innate immune cell activation and inflammatory responses
  12. Primary lymphoid organ for B-cell development in ruminants, pigs, dogs, and rabbits
  13. B-cells produce what?
  14. Killer Cells Large Granular Lymphocyte
  15. Cells that monitor and inhibit activity of other T-cells
  16. Which type of selection does thymocytes experience when it can recognize MHC II/Ag complexes with moderate affinity
  17. Antibodies are important for what type of immune response
  18. Cells that coordinate immune responses against extracellular pathogens by alerting B-cells, mast cells, and granulocytes
  19. Important for allergy and inflammation, but also express adhesion molecules in circulation
  20. Antibodies cover the pathogen where it cannot further infect host cells
  21. Small proteins with diverse function
  22. Cells that named for their ability to produce interleukin 17 (IL-17), a signaling molecule that activates immune/non-immune cells
  23. Lymphoid Tissue Where does mature DC go?
  24. T-cells are important for what type of immune response?
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  1. Series of proteins in the blood that causes apoptosis, serve as signaling molecules, and recruit themselves to inflammatory sites
  2. Ingests and degrades bacteria
  3. What part of the spleen is where immune induction occurs
  4. Lymphoid cells are first produced in the liver, fetal omentum, and ?
  5. Th refers to
  6. Activation Antibodies directly lyse/destroy the pathogen
  7. Where are B-cells found in birds?
  8. Granulocytes and DC come from what type of progenitor cell
  9. Marrow Where do T-cells originate from?
  10. Similar to Basophils due to CD34+ precursor
  11. Which type of selection does thymocytes go through if the receptor bind strongly to itself
  12. Most numerous innate cell
  13. What type of immunity involves lymphocytes and antibodies
  14. Dendritic Cells What type of cells secrete Type I Interferon upon activation of TLR 7 & TLR 9
  15. immature T-cells
  16. Differentiate in response to IL-3, IL-5, CM-CSF
  17. Which type of progenitor cell differentiates into T-cell, B-cell, and DC
  18. Cells that coordinate immune responses against intracellular pathogens and produce/secrete cytokines to alert/activate other immune cells

42 Clues: Th refers to • immature T-cells • B-cells produce what? • Where do T-cells mature? • Most numerous innate cell • Ingests and degrades bacteria • Where are B-cells found in birds? • Filters lymph by trapping antigens • Small proteins with diverse function • Killer Cells Large Granular Lymphocyte • Marrow Where do T-cells originate from? • Lymphoid Tissue Where does mature DC go? • ...

Tissues 2021-12-10

Tissues crossword puzzle
Across
  1. connective tissue that forms a net of reticular fibers around organs
  2. tissue that forms the fetal skeleton and looks glassy
  3. connective tissue that contains fat cells
  4. muscle responsible for movement
  5. single layer of flat cells
  6. tissue with elastic fibers running throughout
  7. illusion of multiple layers of rectangular cells
  8. muscle found in the heart
  9. connective tissue that looks like concentric circles and contains osteocytes
  10. single layer of cubed cells
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  1. multiple layers of rectangular cells
  2. multiple layers of cubed cells
  3. connective tissue that forms tendons
  4. multiple layers of flat cells
  5. non-striated muscle
  6. loose connective tissue
  7. cells with the ability to stretch
  8. single layer of rectangular cells
  9. tissue with a fluid matrix and contains platelets
  10. tissue with nerve running throughout
  11. connective tissue that has elastic fibers running throughout
  12. tissue that makes up intervertebral discs

22 Clues: non-striated muscle • loose connective tissue • muscle found in the heart • single layer of flat cells • single layer of cubed cells • multiple layers of flat cells • multiple layers of cubed cells • muscle responsible for movement • cells with the ability to stretch • single layer of rectangular cells • multiple layers of rectangular cells • connective tissue that forms tendons • ...

Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes 2023-02-06

Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes crossword puzzle
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  1. Eukaryotes contain membrane-bound _________ while prokaryotes do not
  2. Eukaryotic cells are large and _________
  3. Important organelle eukaryotes also contain besides a nucleus
  4. Cell theory: All cells come from _________ cells.
  5. Size of eukaryotic cell
  6. Shape of eukaryotic animal cells
  7. The cell theory is made of _____(#) parts
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  1. An example of a eukaryote (animal)
  2. Size of prokaryotic cell
  3. An example of a eukaryote (plant)
  4. An example of a prokaryote
  5. Shape of eukaryotic plant cells
  6. Plants contain chloroplasts and cell wall to make them this color
  7. Cell theory: All __________ organisms are composed of one or more cells.
  8. Prokaryotic cells are small and __________
  9. Eukaryotic cell that cannot perform photosynthesis
  10. The basic unit of all life
  11. All eukaryotic cells do have this central structure that is lacking in prokaryotes
  12. Cell theory: The cell is the ___________ unit of life.
  13. Eukaryotic cells that CAN perform photosynthesis

20 Clues: Size of eukaryotic cell • Size of prokaryotic cell • An example of a prokaryote • The basic unit of all life • Shape of eukaryotic plant cells • Shape of eukaryotic animal cells • An example of a eukaryote (plant) • An example of a eukaryote (animal) • Eukaryotic cells are large and _________ • The cell theory is made of _____(#) parts • ...

CELLS 2014-10-30

CELLS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Identity of the cell
  2. wall Keeps a plants shape
  3. Protein synthesis happens here
  4. Energy is made here
  5. Stores genetic information as DNA
  6. Breaks down larger molecules
  7. Helps with movement of the cell
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  1. Stores food, water and waste
  2. Parts of the cell
  3. Brain of the cell
  4. Its basic job is to separate the inside from the outside

11 Clues: Parts of the cell • Brain of the cell • Energy is made here • Identity of the cell • wall Keeps a plants shape • Stores food, water and waste • Breaks down larger molecules • Protein synthesis happens here • Helps with movement of the cell • Stores genetic information as DNA • Its basic job is to separate the inside from the outside

CELLS 2013-10-22

CELLS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. USED FOR STORAGE IN CELLS
  2. THE FLUID FILLING THE CENTRE OF A CELL
  3. MAKES PROTEINS
  4. CREATES ENERGY IN ALL CELLS
  5. FOUND INSIDE CHLOROPLASTS
  6. THE OUTSIDE OF THE CELL THAT CONTROLS WHAT GOES IN/OUT
  7. THE "BRAIN" OF THE CELL
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  1. CREATES FOOD IN PLANT CELLS USING SUNLIGHT
  2. HELPS TO MOVE THINGS AROUND IN THE CELL
  3. FOUND ONLY IN PLANT CELLS
  4. THE "BUILDING BLOCK" OF LIFE

11 Clues: MAKES PROTEINS • THE "BRAIN" OF THE CELL • USED FOR STORAGE IN CELLS • FOUND ONLY IN PLANT CELLS • FOUND INSIDE CHLOROPLASTS • CREATES ENERGY IN ALL CELLS • THE "BUILDING BLOCK" OF LIFE • THE FLUID FILLING THE CENTRE OF A CELL • HELPS TO MOVE THINGS AROUND IN THE CELL • CREATES FOOD IN PLANT CELLS USING SUNLIGHT • THE OUTSIDE OF THE CELL THAT CONTROLS WHAT GOES IN/OUT

Cells 2015-10-06

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Stage when cell divides
  2. contains green chlorophyll and only found in plant cells
  3. The main building block of life
  4. Thick liquid that fills up the organelles
  5. Power house of the cell
  6. Surrounds only the plant cell
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  1. The structures allowing the cell to fulfil its job
  2. Tube like structures that have tiny sacs at their ends
  3. The outer boundary of the cell
  4. A membrane that stores stuff in the cell
  5. The control centre for all activity

11 Clues: Stage when cell divides • Power house of the cell • Surrounds only the plant cell • The outer boundary of the cell • The main building block of life • The control centre for all activity • A membrane that stores stuff in the cell • Thick liquid that fills up the organelles • The structures allowing the cell to fulfil its job • ...

Cells 2015-11-08

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. term used to describe "little organs" found in animal and plant cells.
  2. provides energy to the cell.
  3. thin outer layer that protects the cell, and allows things in and out of the cell.
  4. found only in plant cells, makes sugars and starches through photosynthesis.
  5. gel-like substance that supports the organelles.
  6. the protective outer layer found only in plant cells.
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  1. the theory that organisms just popped up out of nowhere.
  2. found in plant cells, used for storage of nutrients and water
  3. the term Robert Hooke used to describe the little boxes he saw under the microscope.
  4. the term Anton Van Leeuwenhoek used to describe animal cells.
  5. the organelle that controls the functions of the organ.

11 Clues: provides energy to the cell. • gel-like substance that supports the organelles. • the protective outer layer found only in plant cells. • the organelle that controls the functions of the organ. • the theory that organisms just popped up out of nowhere. • found in plant cells, used for storage of nutrients and water • ...

cells 2018-02-01

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Has 46 chromosomes at the end
  2. Where ribosomes are produced
  3. Is called the fuel of life
  4. Separate chromes pairs during mitosis
  5. This is a light absorbing Molecules
  6. Used to reproduce
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  1. Breaks down larger foods
  2. Acts as a biological catalyst
  3. Use carbon dioxide to move across the cell
  4. Has a jelly-like substance
  5. It is used dissolves to make a solution

11 Clues: Used to reproduce • Breaks down larger foods • Has a jelly-like substance • Is called the fuel of life • Where ribosomes are produced • Acts as a biological catalyst • Has 46 chromosomes at the end • This is a light absorbing Molecules • Separate chromes pairs during mitosis • It is used dissolves to make a solution • Use carbon dioxide to move across the cell

Cells 2019-10-23

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. (Only in plant cells) photosynthesis
  2. jelly-like fluid that fills a cell
  3. (only in plant cells) provides support and protection for plant cell
  4. makes protein for cell
  5. packaging and shipping station for proteins
  6. control center for the cell
  7. control what goes in and out of the cell
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  1. (Only in plant cells) gives a plant its color
  2. has 2 versions Rough and Smooth ER
  3. Is involved with digestion and waste removal
  4. stores food, water, and nutrients or anything necessary for the cell to survive

11 Clues: makes protein for cell • control center for the cell • has 2 versions Rough and Smooth ER • jelly-like fluid that fills a cell • (Only in plant cells) photosynthesis • control what goes in and out of the cell • packaging and shipping station for proteins • Is involved with digestion and waste removal • (Only in plant cells) gives a plant its color • ...

Cells 2020-12-02

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. releases energy
  2. packages and ships protein
  3. stores food water and waste
  4. modifies and transports protein
  5. gives the plant cell structure
  6. make protein
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  1. the fluid that surrounds the organelles
  2. selects what enters and leaves the cell
  3. control center
  4. makes ribosomes
  5. carries out photosynthesis in the plant cell

11 Clues: make protein • control center • releases energy • makes ribosomes • packages and ships protein • stores food water and waste • gives the plant cell structure • modifies and transports protein • the fluid that surrounds the organelles • selects what enters and leaves the cell • carries out photosynthesis in the plant cell

Cells 2020-12-17

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. controls what comes into and out of a cell
  2. uses chemicals to break down food and worn out cell parts
  3. produces the energy a cell needs in order to carry out it's functions
  4. stores wastes, water, food, etc.
  5. control centre of a cell and contains cell DNA
  6. uses the energy from sunlight to produce food in a plant cell
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  1. Reticulum uses passageways to carry proteins from one part of a cell to another.
  2. bodies receives materials and proteins from the ER and then distributes them
  3. gel like fluid where organelles are found in
  4. assembles amino acids to create proteins
  5. rigid outer layer of a plant cell

11 Clues: stores wastes, water, food, etc. • rigid outer layer of a plant cell • assembles amino acids to create proteins • controls what comes into and out of a cell • gel like fluid where organelles are found in • control centre of a cell and contains cell DNA • uses chemicals to break down food and worn out cell parts • ...

cells 2017-05-07

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. small structures in the cytoplasm
  2. jelly-like substance inside a cell
  3. thread-like structures
  4. contains chlorophyll
  5. sac-like organelle in cells used to store food
  6. combination of different types of tissues
  7. combination of nucleus and cytoplasm
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  1. control centre of the cell
  2. green colour pigment
  3. liquid in the nucleus
  4. small rod-like organelle

11 Clues: green colour pigment • contains chlorophyll • liquid in the nucleus • thread-like structures • small rod-like organelle • control centre of the cell • small structures in the cytoplasm • jelly-like substance inside a cell • combination of nucleus and cytoplasm • combination of different types of tissues • sac-like organelle in cells used to store food

Cells 2019-08-26

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The battery of the cell.
  2. The part of the cell that makes proteins.
  3. Wave back and forth to move mucus along.
  4. Controls what enters and leaves the cell.
  5. Recycling centres of the cell.
  6. Provides the instructuions for the cell.
  7. Smallest unit of a living thing.
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  1. Collect light energy to use in photosynthesis.
  2. A jelly-like substance where many of the cell's reaction occur.
  3. A storage space filled with sap that is only only found in plant cells.
  4. Provides strength and support to plant cells.

11 Clues: The battery of the cell. • Recycling centres of the cell. • Smallest unit of a living thing. • Wave back and forth to move mucus along. • Provides the instructuions for the cell. • The part of the cell that makes proteins. • Controls what enters and leaves the cell. • Provides strength and support to plant cells. • Collect light energy to use in photosynthesis. • ...

Cells 2017-02-10

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. an organism made of more than one cell, such as a dog
  2. the organelle specific to a plant that converts light energy from the sun to food for the plant
  3. the organelle that acts as a semi-permeable sac, letting some things into and out of the cell, but not others
  4. the organelle that is the "brain" of the cell; it contains all the directions needed for all cellular processes and directs the cell
  5. the organelle specific to a plant that gives it structure and protects it from harm
Down
  1. the smallest whole unit of life; these are the building blocks for all living things
  2. known as the "power plant" of the cell, this organelle breaks down molecules into energy known as ATP
  3. the liquid in the cell that holds the organelles and allows for movement of the organelles and molecules
  4. a part of a cell that has a specialized job that contributes to the function of the cell
  5. an organism only made of one cell, such as bacteria
  6. the organelle specific to a plant that stores water, nutrients, and waste

11 Clues: an organism only made of one cell, such as bacteria • an organism made of more than one cell, such as a dog • the organelle specific to a plant that stores water, nutrients, and waste • the organelle specific to a plant that gives it structure and protects it from harm • the smallest whole unit of life; these are the building blocks for all living things • ...

Cells 2016-11-21

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Black dot in all cells
  2. Controls what gets in and out of cell
  3. Wall The outer edge of a plant cell only
  4. Jelly like substance in animal and plant cells
  5. Only in plant cells contains sap
  6. Animal and plant cells form these (for example muscles)
Down
  1. Male reproductive cell
  2. Specialised cell that carries oxygen around the body
  3. Equipment used to look at a cell
  4. Organ that pumps blood around the body
  5. Ladies name that explains life process

11 Clues: Black dot in all cells • Male reproductive cell • Equipment used to look at a cell • Only in plant cells contains sap • Controls what gets in and out of cell • Organ that pumps blood around the body • Ladies name that explains life process • Wall The outer edge of a plant cell only • Jelly like substance in animal and plant cells • ...

Cells 2017-02-15

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. any proteins involved with cell division.
  2. the material chromosomes are made of
  3. When tho chromatids exchange identical strands of DNA
  4. structure of nucleic acids carrying genetic info.
Down
  1. the place chromosomes remain in contact during second meiotic metaphase
  2. the point at which two cells separate during mitosis
  3. A disease caused by uncontrolled cell division.
  4. where the spindle fibers attach to a chromosome
  5. the separation of the two daughter cells.
  6. Makes spindle fibers.
  7. the two pieces that makes up a chromosome

11 Clues: Makes spindle fibers. • the material chromosomes are made of • any proteins involved with cell division. • the separation of the two daughter cells. • the two pieces that makes up a chromosome • A disease caused by uncontrolled cell division. • where the spindle fibers attach to a chromosome • structure of nucleic acids carrying genetic info. • ...

Cells 2017-02-09

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The storage area of the cell.
  2. Captures energy form the sun and uses it to produce food for the cell.
  3. Receives proteins and other newly formed materials and distribute them to other parts of the cell.
  4. Protects and regulates what substances enter and leave the cell.
  5. Directs all of the cells activities.
Down
  1. Rigid layer of nonliving material that surround the cells of plants.
  2. The organelle that produce most of the energy the cell needs to carry out its functions.
  3. Factories that produce proteins.
  4. Contains chemicals that break down food particles and worn out cell parts.
  5. Structures that carry out specific functions within the cell.
  6. Reticulum The network of passageways that carries proteins and other materials from one part of the cell to another.

11 Clues: The storage area of the cell. • Factories that produce proteins. • Directs all of the cells activities. • Structures that carry out specific functions within the cell. • Protects and regulates what substances enter and leave the cell. • Rigid layer of nonliving material that surround the cells of plants. • ...

Cells 2016-04-17

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. You use this to look at cells (10)
  2. Gives plant cells their shape (4, 4)
  3. Have a cell wall and a cell membrane(6)
  4. What plants use to make food (8)
  5. Found in the cells nucleus (3)
Down
  1. Jellylike part of cells (9)
  2. The colour of chlorophyll (5)
  3. The building blocks of life (5)
  4. The brain of the cell (7)
  5. Cells make up ______ things (6)
  6. Only have a cell membrane (7)

11 Clues: The brain of the cell (7) • Jellylike part of cells (9) • The colour of chlorophyll (5) • Only have a cell membrane (7) • Found in the cells nucleus (3) • The building blocks of life (5) • Cells make up ______ things (6) • What plants use to make food (8) • You use this to look at cells (10) • Gives plant cells their shape (4, 4) • Have a cell wall and a cell membrane(6)

Cells 2020-09-23

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. cellmembrane
  2. cellwall
  3. Mitochondria
  4. reticulum
  5. ribosome
Down
  1. lysosome
  2. endoplasmic
  3. vacuole
  4. cytoplasm
  5. chloroplast
  6. Nuclues

11 Clues: vacuole • Nuclues • lysosome • cellwall • ribosome • cytoplasm • reticulum • endoplasmic • chloroplast • cellmembrane • Mitochondria

Cells 2020-09-15

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. provides support and protection
  2. gives the cell it's shape (microtubles)
  3. jello like substance that organelles float in
  4. no nucleus
  5. has a nucleus
Down
  1. regulates what enters and leaves the cell
  2. stores materials, pumps out excess water
  3. digest old material
  4. powerhouse of the cell
  5. maintaining a stable internal environment
  6. mini organ

11 Clues: mini organ • no nucleus • has a nucleus • digest old material • powerhouse of the cell • provides support and protection • gives the cell it's shape (microtubles) • stores materials, pumps out excess water • regulates what enters and leaves the cell • maintaining a stable internal environment • jello like substance that organelles float in

Cells 2023-11-17

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Makes proteins
  2. Storage facility for water and waste
  3. Packaging and “mailing” system for the cell
  4. produces fats
  5. Provides structure and support to a plant cell
Down
  1. absorbs sunlight in order to produce glucose sugar for the plant cell
  2. Contains digestive enzymes for breaking down large molecules
  3. Converts glucose sugar into a usable form of energy
  4. Directs cell activities containing genetic information
  5. Jelly like fluid that supports organelles and hosts chemical reactions
  6. controls what may enter and leave the cell

11 Clues: produces fats • Makes proteins • Storage facility for water and waste • controls what may enter and leave the cell • Packaging and “mailing” system for the cell • Provides structure and support to a plant cell • Converts glucose sugar into a usable form of energy • Directs cell activities containing genetic information • ...

CELLS 2023-11-13

CELLS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. formed from the golgi apparatus- filled with proteins
  2. the "powerhouse" of the cell
  3. semitransparent fluid that suspends other elements
  4. largest organelle in a cell
  5. membranous sacs filled with acid hydrolases
  6. dense particles consisting of two subunits
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  1. system of fluid filled cisterns that coil and twist through the cytoplasm
  2. also known as nuclear membrane
  3. anchoring junctions scattered alone abutting cell sides
  4. determines the shape of the cell
  5. composed of nine triplets of microtubules

11 Clues: largest organelle in a cell • the "powerhouse" of the cell • also known as nuclear membrane • determines the shape of the cell • composed of nine triplets of microtubules • dense particles consisting of two subunits • membranous sacs filled with acid hydrolases • semitransparent fluid that suspends other elements • formed from the golgi apparatus- filled with proteins • ...

Cells 2024-02-15

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Build parts the make up the cell
  2. Body Sends material to other parts of the cell
  3. wall Gives cell shape
  4. Protects DNA in a cell
  5. converts nutrients into usable energy
  6. Uses light to convert air into food
  7. Fills the inside of a cell
Down
  1. E.R. with ribosomes attached to it
  2. Break down bad things
  3. Makes protein
  4. membrane Allows things to enter and exit cell
  5. Store material for the cell

12 Clues: Makes protein • Break down bad things • Protects DNA in a cell • wall Gives cell shape • Fills the inside of a cell • Store material for the cell • Build parts the make up the cell • E.R. with ribosomes attached to it • Uses light to convert air into food • converts nutrients into usable energy • membrane Allows things to enter and exit cell • ...

Cells 2023-05-02

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Clue
  2. cell Something that has do with ribsome
  3. membrane-bound cell organelles
  4. a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm.
  5. cognitive involved
Down
  1. membrane-enclosed organelle
  2. associated proteins
  3. A type of cell that can receive messages
  4. cell contains chlorophyll and take place
  5. the process by which plants use sunlight
  6. cell Something that’s with bacteria

11 Clues: Clue • cognitive involved • associated proteins • membrane-enclosed organelle • membrane-bound cell organelles • cell Something that’s with bacteria • A type of cell that can receive messages • the process by which plants use sunlight • a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm. • cell contains chlorophyll and take place • cell Something that has do with ribsome

Cells 2021-09-20

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a plastid that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place.
  2. a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid.
  3. a thin sheet of tissue or layer of cells acting as a boundary, lining, or partition in an organism.
  4. a rigid layer of polysaccharides lying outside the plasma membrane of the cells of plants, fungi, and bacteria. In the algae and higher plants it consists mainly of cellulose.
  5. a cell in the tissue of the brain.
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  1. Animal cells are typical of the eukaryotic cell, enclosed by a plasma membrane and containing a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles. ... Most cells, both animal and plant, range in size between 1 and 100 micrometers and are thus visible only with the aid of a microscope.
  2. cell turns into what
  3. a lot of something
  4. is the central and most important part of an object, movement, or group, forming the basis for its activity and growth.
  5. Plant cell, the basic unit of all plants.
  6. the smallest structural and functional unit of an organism, typically microscopic and consisting of cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane. Microscopic organisms typically consist of a single cell, which is either eukaryotic or prokaryotic.

11 Clues: a lot of something • cell turns into what • a cell in the tissue of the brain. • Plant cell, the basic unit of all plants. • a plastid that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place. • a thin sheet of tissue or layer of cells acting as a boundary, lining, or partition in an organism. • ...

Cells 2021-09-27

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Surrounds the nucleus
  2. gives support to plant cell
  3. Provides support,protection
  4. storage area for cells,store food,water,and waste
  5. Protein factories.Meaning they make protein for the cells
Down
  1. This fluid that is found inside the cells
  2. Turns sugar into energy
  3. Control center of the cell
  4. Found inside the nucleus
  5. anything that is inside of the cell membrane but not inside the nucleus
  6. found only in animal cells

11 Clues: Surrounds the nucleus • Turns sugar into energy • Found inside the nucleus • Control center of the cell • found only in animal cells • gives support to plant cell • Provides support,protection • This fluid that is found inside the cells • storage area for cells,store food,water,and waste • Protein factories.Meaning they make protein for the cells • ...

Cells 2021-11-24

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A rigid structure that gives support and shape to a cell. Only in plant cells.
  2. An organelle that packages and distributes proteins: it modifies and sends proteins to the correct place within the cell.
  3. An organelle that makes energy for the cell by breaking down sugars.
  4. A web of proteins in the cytoplasm that keeps a cell's membrane from collapsing.
  5. An organelle only found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis takes place (contains chlorophyll).
  6. An organelle only found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis takes place (contains chlorophyll).
Down
  1. An organelle that store water and other excess materials not needed by the cell.
  2. An organelle made up of folded membranes whose functions include making proteins, lipids, and processing other materials.
  3. One of the structures in the nucleus that is made up of DNA and protein.
  4. The jelly-like fluid that is consistently flowing inside a cell.
  5. An organelle that contains genetic material.
  6. An organelle that makes proteins.

12 Clues: An organelle that makes proteins. • An organelle that contains genetic material. • The jelly-like fluid that is consistently flowing inside a cell. • An organelle that makes energy for the cell by breaking down sugars. • One of the structures in the nucleus that is made up of DNA and protein. • ...

Cells 2021-11-16

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Control center of the cell
  2. Organelle that is responsible for
  3. An organelle that takes material and converts it into energy for the cell
  4. Organelle that is responsible for holding material in a cell.
  5. A complex cell that contains several organelles and a nucleus
  6. Cell found in a plant
Down
  1. Organelle that creates food (glucose) for the cell. Only found in plant cells.
  2. A simple cell that lacks organelles and a nucleus
  3. down material and moving it.
  4. Cell found in an animal
  5. Stiff, Hard. Keeps material in the cell, and refrains from letting it out.

11 Clues: Cell found in a plant • Cell found in an animal • Control center of the cell • down material and moving it. • Organelle that is responsible for • A simple cell that lacks organelles and a nucleus • Organelle that is responsible for holding material in a cell. • A complex cell that contains several organelles and a nucleus • ...

Cells 2021-11-30

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a cell organelle that helps process and package proteins and lipid molecules
  2. an organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur. It has a double membrane, the inner layer being folded inward to form layers
  3. a minute particle consisting of RNA and associated proteins found in large numbers in the cytoplasm of living cells. They bind messenger RNA and transfer RNA to synthesize polypeptides and proteins.
  4. a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid.
  5. comprise bacteria and archaea
  6. cellular structure involved in the process of cell division
  7. plasma membrane
Down
  1. a double membrane that encloses the cell nucleus
  2. any cell or organism that possesses a clearly defined nucleus
  3. a membrane-bound cell organelle that contains digestive enzymes.
  4. the gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell.

11 Clues: plasma membrane • comprise bacteria and archaea • a double membrane that encloses the cell nucleus • the gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell. • cellular structure involved in the process of cell division • any cell or organism that possesses a clearly defined nucleus • a membrane-bound cell organelle that contains digestive enzymes. • ...

Cells 2021-12-02

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. What is a really small organism called?
  2. What is something that was living but is now dead called?
  3. What is produced after cells have photosynthesis? (there is an and between the words?
  4. What do organs make up in the levels of organization?
  5. What do cells make up?
  6. What group are protozoans found in? (Domains)
Down
  1. What is it called when something makes it own food.
  2. What group are Bacteria found in? (Domains)
  3. What is it called when something gets food from other sources?
  4. What's the biggest level of organization?
  5. What's the smallest level of organization?

11 Clues: What do cells make up? • What is a really small organism called? • What's the biggest level of organization? • What's the smallest level of organization? • What group are Bacteria found in? (Domains) • What group are protozoans found in? (Domains) • What is it called when something makes it own food. • What do organs make up in the levels of organization? • ...

CELLS 2022-02-21

CELLS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. maintain stability in and out of a cell
  2. group of cells working together for a purpose
  3. smallest unit of life
  4. a cell with a well-defined nucleus
  5. a structure found in plant cells only
  6. to remove or take out
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  1. part of a cell with specialized functions
  2. an organelle use light energy to make food
  3. the organelle where cell respiration occurs
  4. protects cell organelles in a cell
  5. protects inside of cell from environment

11 Clues: smallest unit of life • to remove or take out • protects cell organelles in a cell • a cell with a well-defined nucleus • a structure found in plant cells only • maintain stability in and out of a cell • protects inside of cell from environment • part of a cell with specialized functions • an organelle use light energy to make food • ...

Cells 2022-02-28

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. outside layer of cells covering plants
  2. tiny subparts of material within the cytoplasm
  3. connective tissues in plants that help carry materials through the plant
  4. Double-helix shape and contains chromatin of cells
  5. process in plants that takes energy from sunlight to form oxygen and sugars from carbon dioxide and water
Down
  1. green pigment in a plant cell chloroplast
  2. Colorless blood cells that attack germs and diseased cells
  3. layer of cells that form the skin and lining of organs
  4. outer double membrane covering the nucleus
  5. created all living things
  6. one-celled animals

11 Clues: one-celled animals • created all living things • outside layer of cells covering plants • green pigment in a plant cell chloroplast • outer double membrane covering the nucleus • tiny subparts of material within the cytoplasm • Double-helix shape and contains chromatin of cells • layer of cells that form the skin and lining of organs • ...

Cells 2022-05-20

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. waste products.
  2. supports parts of cell.
  3. contains DNA.
  4. regulates transports of materials entering and exiting the cell.
  5. only found in animal cells and organizing microtubules that serve as the cell's skeletal system.
Down
  1. process and package proteins.
  2. endoplasmic reticulum, produce proteins
  3. most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell's biochemical reactions.
  4. protein synthesizer
  5. convert light energy into relatively stable chemical energy via the photosynthetic process.
  6. rid cells of waste products and scavenge metabolic building blocks.

11 Clues: contains DNA. • waste products. • protein synthesizer • supports parts of cell. • process and package proteins. • endoplasmic reticulum, produce proteins • regulates transports of materials entering and exiting the cell. • rid cells of waste products and scavenge metabolic building blocks. • most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell's biochemical reactions. • ...

Cells 2024-09-23

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. makes ATP energy
  2. transports proteins
  3. really large in plants; stores water
  4. important in protein synthesis
  5. controls what goes in and out of the cell
  6. where DNA is stored
  7. packages and transports material
Down
  1. gel-like fluid where all organelles are
  2. cleans up
  3. absorbs sunlight in plant cells for photosynthesis
  4. the outermost layer of plant cells

11 Clues: cleans up • makes ATP energy • transports proteins • where DNA is stored • important in protein synthesis • packages and transports material • the outermost layer of plant cells • really large in plants; stores water • gel-like fluid where all organelles are • controls what goes in and out of the cell • absorbs sunlight in plant cells for photosynthesis

Cells 2024-10-02

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. small organelles that synthesise proteins
  2. Organelle formed by several flattened sac-like membranes
  3. Stores genetic material that contains essential information to control the cells vital functions
  4. the fluid that fills the cells and contains the organelles
Down
  1. Small sacs that store fluid
  2. A thin layer that separates the cell from its environment
  3. An organelle that contains digestive enzymes which can break down larger molecules
  4. Elongated organelles with a double membrane
  5. Have different shapes because they perform different tasks
  6. A combination of different types of tissues e.g. heart
  7. made of chemical substances known as biomolecules and are heterotophic organisms that feed on other things

11 Clues: Small sacs that store fluid • small organelles that synthesise proteins • Elongated organelles with a double membrane • A combination of different types of tissues e.g. heart • Organelle formed by several flattened sac-like membranes • A thin layer that separates the cell from its environment • Have different shapes because they perform different tasks • ...

CELLS 2023-10-21

CELLS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a microscopic network of protein filaments and tubules in the cytoplasm of many living cells, giving them shape and coherence.
  2. a short microscopic hairlike vibrating structure found in large numbers on the surface of certain cells, either causing currents in the surrounding fluid, or, in some protozoans and other small organisms, providing propulsion.
  3. a minute cylindrical organelle near the nucleus in animal cells, occurring in pairs and involved in the development of spindle fibers in cell division
  4. membrane-enclosed organelles that contain an array of enzymes capable of breaking down all types of biological polymers—proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.
  5. a slender threadlike structure, especially a microscopic appendage that enables many protozoa, bacteria, spermatozoa.
  6. an organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur. It has a double membrane, the inner layer being folded inward to form layers.
Down
  1. (in green plant cells) a plastid that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place.
  2. body a complex of vesicles and folded membranes within the cytoplasm of most eukaryotic cells, involved in secretion and intracellular transport.
  3. a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid.
  4. reticulum a network of membranous tubules within the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell, continuous with the nuclear membrane. It usually has ribosomes attached and is involved in protein and lipid synthesis.
  5. a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.

11 Clues: (in green plant cells) a plastid that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place. • a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid. • a slender threadlike structure, especially a microscopic appendage that enables many protozoa, bacteria, spermatozoa. • ...

Cells 2023-10-19

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. acts as boundary and controls what enters and leaves cell
  2. uses energy from sunlight to make own food (glucose)
  3. control center of cell and contains DNA
  4. supports and protects cell
  5. burns glucose to release energy
Down
  1. produces ribosomes
  2. joins amino acids to make proteins
  3. helps cell maintain shape and helps move organelles around
  4. digest food, unwanted molecules, old organelles, cells, bacteria, etc
  5. gel-like goo that organelles are suspended in
  6. modify, sort, and package molecules from ER for storage or transport out of cell

11 Clues: produces ribosomes • supports and protects cell • burns glucose to release energy • joins amino acids to make proteins • control center of cell and contains DNA • gel-like goo that organelles are suspended in • uses energy from sunlight to make own food (glucose) • acts as boundary and controls what enters and leaves cell • ...