cells Crossword Puzzles

uzzle 2024-12-02

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sustained contraction of individual muscle fibers
muscle fiber plus the motor neuron
muscles lose ability to contract after prolonged use
Enlargement of muscles
A change in voltage of an cell membrane in response to an stimulus
become small and weak due to disuse
a muscle under conscious control
is a collection of cells that excitable
thick filament
Skeletal muscle that organized into bundles
smaller fibers inside muscle cells
the movable end of the muscle
single muscle cell
connects the cells and allows them to move in a wave like motion

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muscle that attaches to bone
functional unit inside of muscle fibers
a sustained involuntary contraction
striated involuntary single nucleus muscle
the minimal amount of stimulus required
thin filament
Is able to shorten and pull on it’s attachment points
surrounds muscle cells
more and more fibers contract as the intensity of the stimulus increases
Pacemaker cells of our heart
Immovable end of the muscle
plasma membrane of muscle cells
an muscle that is not under conscious control

27 Clues: thin filament • thick filament • single muscle cell • surrounds muscle cells • Enlargement of muscles • Immovable end of the muscle • muscle that attaches to bone • Pacemaker cells of our heart • the movable end of the muscle • plasma membrane of muscle cells • a muscle under conscious control • muscle fiber plus the motor neuron • smaller fibers inside muscle cells • ...

Life Science Vocabulary Words 2025-02-26

Life Science Vocabulary Words crossword puzzle

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organelle found in only plant cells, where photosynthesis occurs
process where organisms convert stored energy in glucose into chemical enegry
the organelle that is the control center of the cell and stores genetic material
eukaryotic multicellular heterotroph
having a body made of 1 cell
maintaining a stable environment in the body
eukaryotic multicellular autotroph
eukaryotic single celled autotroph or heterotroph

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process where autotrophs convert sunlight, CO2 and H20 into glucose and O2
an organism that has a nucleus in its cells
the organelle where cellular respiration occurs
infectious agent that can be treated with antibiotics
an organism that does not have a nucleus in its cells
having a body made of more than 1 cell
organelle found in only plant cells, provides structure to cell
an organism that makes its own food through photosynthesis
an infectious agent that can only reproduce inside a host and cannot be treated with antibiotics
eukaryotic single or multicellular heterotroph
and organism that gets its food by eating other organisms
organelle that stores water, is bigger in plant cells than animal cells

20 Clues: having a body made of 1 cell • eukaryotic multicellular autotroph • eukaryotic multicellular heterotroph • having a body made of more than 1 cell • an organism that has a nucleus in its cells • maintaining a stable environment in the body • eukaryotic single or multicellular heterotroph • the organelle where cellular respiration occurs • ...

Cell: The Unit Of Life 2 2024-06-23

Cell: The Unit Of Life 2 crossword puzzle

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- Single-celled microorganisms without a nucleus.
- The living substance inside the cell, including the cytoplasm and nucleus.
- Small openings on the surface of leaves for gas exchange.
- The green pigment in plants responsible for photosynthesis.
- Movement of particles from an area of high concentration to low concentration.
- Infectious agent that can only replicate inside a host cell.
- Helps in cell division in animal cells.
- Structure involved in moving chromosomes during cell division.
- Group of cells with a similar structure and function.

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- Thread-like structure carrying genetic information.
- Long, whip-like structures used for movement.
- The membrane that encloses the cell.
- Specialized cell in some animals like jellyfish, used for capturing prey.
- Organisms with cells that contain a nucleus.
- Temporary projections of eukaryotic cell membranes or unicellular protists.
- Membrane surrounding the vacuole in plant cells.
- Movement of water across a semi-permeable membrane.
- Hair-like structures aiding in movement.
- Non-pigmented organelles in plant cells used for storage.
- Double-membraned organelles in plant cells involved in the synthesis and storage of food.

20 Clues: - The membrane that encloses the cell. • - Helps in cell division in animal cells. • - Hair-like structures aiding in movement. • - Organisms with cells that contain a nucleus. • - Long, whip-like structures used for movement. • - Single-celled microorganisms without a nucleus. • - Membrane surrounding the vacuole in plant cells. • ...

BIOLOGY 2024-08-29

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cells that regulate the opening and closing of stomata
prevents water-loss and reflects excess light
Plant tissue that are composed of nondividing cells
flexible support in plants
Basic unit of life
prevents water-loss and invasion of disease-causing microorganism
responsible for storage and photosynthesis
cells that transform into phagocytic macrophages
cells found in cartilages
cells that replaces the epidermis of mature plants
Type of meristem responsible for the primary growth of plants
basic unit of the nervous system

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flexible matrix
Plant tissues that are found on the growing areas of the plant
growth in plants characterized by increase in the plant's height
two kinds of this cell are sclereids and fibers
hard matrix with calcium salts and collagen fibers
refers to a group of individuals of the same species that live in a specific area
cells that surround all nerve fibers and produce myelin sheaths
Responsible for the transport of substances in the human body
This cambium give rise to secondary xylem and phloem

21 Clues: flexible matrix • Basic unit of life • cells found in cartilages • flexible support in plants • basic unit of the nervous system • responsible for storage and photosynthesis • prevents water-loss and reflects excess light • two kinds of this cell are sclereids and fibers • cells that transform into phagocytic macrophages • hard matrix with calcium salts and collagen fibers • ...

Lesson 1 and 2 review 2024-09-22

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Type of muscle tissue under involuntary control.
A model expressing mathematical relationships within a system.
The study of biological systems as a whole.
System type where energy flows but matter does not.
Organelles that provide support and shape to plant cells.
Organelles found in plant cells but not in animal cells, involved in photosynthesis.
The system responsible for gas exchange in the body.
The jelly-like substance within a cell.
Information from one step of a cycle that acts to change a previous step.
The system that transports nutrients and oxygen.

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The protective outer layer found in all cells.
The maintenance of constant internal conditions in an organism.
Energy source for the cell, often called the powerhouse.
A group of similar cells performing a specialized function.
A system with no inputs or outputs flowing out.
A cell organelle that stores genetic information.
Cells without a nucleus, such as bacteria.
Living components of an ecosystem.
Nonliving components of ecosystems.
A set of interacting components considered as a single unit.

20 Clues: Living components of an ecosystem. • Nonliving components of ecosystems. • The jelly-like substance within a cell. • Cells without a nucleus, such as bacteria. • The study of biological systems as a whole. • The protective outer layer found in all cells. • A system with no inputs or outputs flowing out. • Type of muscle tissue under involuntary control. • ...

Blood composition and RBC 2025-08-07

Blood composition and RBC crossword puzzle

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Liquid part of blood making up 55% of blood content
Organ that releases erythropoietin in response to low oxygen
An excess waste product from broken down hemoglobin
Iron-containing part of hemoglobin molecule
The percentage of blood volume occupied by red blood cells
The most abundant type of blood cell in healthy humans
Blood is this type of tissue
Hormone produced by kidneys to stimulate red cell production
Hemoglobin binds to how many oxygen molecules
The organ involved in iron recycling from old red cells
Main gas carried from tissues to lungs by red blood cells
Clinical meaning of a low hematocrit

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Organ where senescent red blood cells are primarily destroyed
Leukocyte that provides specific immune defense
Major protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
The process of breaking down red blood cells
The cell stage immediately before the mature erythrocyte
Place where erythropoiesis occurs
Blood cell particle involved in blood clotting
How many iron molecules are there in hemoglobin
Approximate lifespan (in days) of a normal human red blood cell

21 Clues: Blood is this type of tissue • Place where erythropoiesis occurs • Clinical meaning of a low hematocrit • Iron-containing part of hemoglobin molecule • The process of breaking down red blood cells • Hemoglobin binds to how many oxygen molecules • Blood cell particle involved in blood clotting • Leukocyte that provides specific immune defense • ...

revision cells and organisation 2025-10-17

revision cells and organisation crossword puzzle

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/ The green structure in plant cells where photosynthesis takes place.
/ A short section of DNA that controls characteristics.
/ Used to calculate magnification in microscopy.
/ The long coiled molecule carrying genetic information.
/ The type of cell division that produces two identical daughter cells.
/ Site of respiration in a cell.
/ The part of the cell that controls activities and contains DNA.
/ A group of similar cells working together.
/ The system made up of organs working together for a specific function.

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/ Stores cell sap in plant cells.
/ The jelly-like substance where chemical reactions occur.
/ Process that allows an organism to grow and repair tissues.
/ Tiny structures inside cells that perform specific functions.
/ The barrier that controls what enters and leaves the cell.
/ The process where substances move from a high concentration to a low concentration.
/ The stage of mitosis when the nucleus splits.
/ Organelle responsible for making proteins.
/ The basic unit of all living things.
/ Tool used to magnify small objects.
/ A living thing made from one or more cells.

20 Clues: / Site of respiration in a cell. • / Stores cell sap in plant cells. • / Tool used to magnify small objects. • / The basic unit of all living things. • / Organelle responsible for making proteins. • / A group of similar cells working together. • / A living thing made from one or more cells. • / The stage of mitosis when the nucleus splits. • ...

The Organelle Odyssey 2024-09-25

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The "recycling centers" of the cell, breaks down waste and involved in digestion, found floating in the cytoplasm
"Framework" that's found throughout the cell, helps keep the cells shape and organize pats
Only in prokaryotic cells, where the genetic material is stored
"Specialized factories" in the cytoplasm of plant cells they help convert stored fats into sugars for energy
Tiny hairlike shapes that help with movement and sensing of a cell's environment, found on the surface of certain cells
Barrier around the cell that protects and supports
"Tiny hairs "located on the surface of bacteria, helps bacteria stick to surfaces while and also help DNA transfer in bacteria
The "heart" of the atom, holds protons and neutrons
The "powerhouse" of the cell, generates energy for the cell, found floating in the cytoplasm

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Involved in protein synthesis and transport often called the "factory with ribosomes" inside cells, located throughout the cytoplasm in eukaryotic cells
The "chemical processing plant" of the cell, helps synthesis lipids, detoxification, and storage located throughout the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells
The "clean-up crews", breaks down fatty acids and detoxifies harmful substances, located in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells
The "packaging center", processes and packages proteins and lipids, located near the nucleus
The "storage units", store various substances like starch and are also involved in processes like photosynthesis, located in the cytoplasm
Located in the cytoplasm of plant cells and some protist cells, these play a crucial role in maintaining structure and storing essential substances
Jelly like substance located in the cell, it provides support to organelles
Located on some cells surface looks like tiny tails, helps the cell move around
Found floating in the cytoplasm or attached to the ER, translates genetic information to make proteins

18 Clues: Barrier around the cell that protects and supports • The "heart" of the atom, holds protons and neutrons • Only in prokaryotic cells, where the genetic material is stored • Jelly like substance located in the cell, it provides support to organelles • Located on some cells surface looks like tiny tails, helps the cell move around • ...

vocab words 2023-10-23

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chromosomes diverge
used to twist yarn
carry genes
the exact copy of
one of two identical strands
cells are divided into two smaller cells
responsible for the growth

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produces reproductive cells
final stage of meiosis
is the second stage of meiosis
is the first stage of meiosis
tissue connects organs or cells
one or more cells with membrane-bound
division cell divides to form daughter cells

14 Clues: carry genes • the exact copy of • used to twist yarn • chromosomes diverge • final stage of meiosis • responsible for the growth • produces reproductive cells • one of two identical strands • is the second stage of meiosis • is the first stage of meiosis • tissue connects organs or cells • one or more cells with membrane-bound • cells are divided into two smaller cells • ...

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems 2021-03-12

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems crossword puzzle

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Tube-like structures that carry lymph. These are similar to veins.
Interstitial fluid that has entered lymphatic vessels.
These lymphocytes mature in the thymus.
These recognize a repeat invader and activate the immune system to prevent an infection.
A foreign substance that triggers an immune response, these can be found on surfaces of bacteria and viruses.
A type of WBC that becomes B and T cells. They are found in blood and lymphatic tissues.
These need a host to reproduce, so they hijack body cells and trick them into producing more of themselves, often destroying the host cell in the process.
The largest lymphatic organ that contains macrophages and other immune cells to fight pathogens in blood. It also gets rid of old erythrocytes and stores oxygen-rich blood.
Free-living or parasitic, very simple single-celled organisms that reproduce by cell division. Some produce toxins that damage the body, while some are helpful or even necessary for good health.
The type of immunity you are born with. It is nonspecific.
Part of the lymphatic system where lymphocytes are made.
Tiny hairs on cells that can remove foreign invaders from the respiratory system.
These are the smallest lymphatic vessels that first collect lymph.
These are a type of T-cell that activates B cells and killer T cells.

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Created from B cells, these make antibodies.
An immune response that dilates blood vessels to increase blood flow thereby more quickly bringing immune cells to the site of an infection.
First line of defense against pathogens.
These are a type of T-cell that attacks infected and cancer cells that have been tagged with antigens.
Produce plasma cells and B memory cells.
A sticky substance produced in the nose and mouth and other areas that can capture harmful invaders.
Small encapsulated tissues that filter lymph.
The ability to protect against a pathogen the body has previously been exposed to.
A microscopic organism that causes sickness, such as some bacteria and viruses.
Plasma that has left blood capillaries and is surrounding the cells of body tissues.
These attach to antigens and mark them for phagocytes to destroy. They can also neutralize toxins and incapacitate viruses.
The type of immunity your body develops as you are exposed to antigens. It is specific in that it responds to specific pathogens, not just any foreign invader.
A type of WBC that “eats” pathogens via phagocytosis.
These are two small masses of lymphoid tissue in the back of the throat to protect you from things you inhale or swallow.
This gland is both part of the lymphatic system and endocrine system. It is where T-Cells mature.

29 Clues: These lymphocytes mature in the thymus. • First line of defense against pathogens. • Produce plasma cells and B memory cells. • Created from B cells, these make antibodies. • Small encapsulated tissues that filter lymph. • A type of WBC that “eats” pathogens via phagocytosis. • Interstitial fluid that has entered lymphatic vessels. • ...

Jonathan Watkins n10341293 2019-08-11

Jonathan Watkins n10341293 crossword puzzle

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The genetic material found within a cell.
Cells found within bones that can develop into giant cells
Cells that prevent sticking to the blood vessel wall.
Transparent proteins found in the lens of the eye.
The proper name of red-blood cells.
Smallest smallest structural part of an organism.
Common form of cells found in the nervous system.
The proper name of white-blood cells.

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Where most of the genetic material in cells are stored.
Moleclues imporant in the storage of energy.
Are responsible with how a cell shall function.
The instructions for making a protein.
Cell fragments which plug holes in the blood-vessel wall.
Made up of many spindle shaped cells.

14 Clues: The proper name of red-blood cells. • Made up of many spindle shaped cells. • The proper name of white-blood cells. • The instructions for making a protein. • The genetic material found within a cell. • Moleclues imporant in the storage of energy. • Are responsible with how a cell shall function. • Smallest smallest structural part of an organism. • ...

immune system 2023-02-28

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T cell a process that activates the helper T cell
proteins helps phagocytic cells binds tighter to pathogen and activating the phagocytes
proteins produced by B lymphocytes that specifically react with foreign antigen
source of the pathogen in the enviroment
disease a disease that is caused by a pathogen passed from one organism to another, disrupting homeostasis in the organisms body
the cause of infectious diseases
Nodes filter lymph for bacteria and tumor cells
large outbreak in a area and afflict many people
cytokine that causes an inflammatory response to an injury; resulting in redness, swelling, warmth and pain.

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binds to neighboring cells and stimulates these cells to produce ativiral proteins which can prevent viral replication in these cells
type of white blood cell that is produced in red bone marrow
widespread throughout a large region, such as a country, continent, or the entire globe
postulates rules for demonstrating that an organism causes a disease
diseases some diseases, such as a common cold
substance that can kill the or inhibit the growth of microorganisms
Response white blood cells engulf foreign substances and body temperature rises.
fluid found in the lymphatic system
T cells destroys pathogens and release chemicals call cytokines
cells long living cells that are exposed to the antigen during the primary immune response

19 Clues: the cause of infectious diseases • fluid found in the lymphatic system • source of the pathogen in the enviroment • large outbreak in a area and afflict many people • diseases some diseases, such as a common cold • Nodes filter lymph for bacteria and tumor cells • T cell a process that activates the helper T cell • ...

Microsoft Excel 2025-03-07

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The menu at the top with all the buttons and tools.
A single page in Excel (what you see when you open it).
A tool that lets you put things in order, like A-Z or smallest to largest.
A picture (like a graph) that shows your data visually.
Cells Combining two or more cells into one big cell.
A vertical line of cells (goes up and down).
Validation A tool that helps control what people can type into a cell.
A horizontal line of cells (goes side to side).
Reference Telling Excel which cell to use (like A1 means Column A, Row 1).

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A pre-made formula Excel already knows (like =SUM to add stuff up).
Table A powerful tool that helps you summarize big data fast.
A tool that hides stuff you don’t want to see right now.
Tab The little tabs at the bottom that let you switch between worksheets.
A math equation you type to calculate something (like =A1+B1).
The whole file — it can have lots of worksheets inside.
A single box in Excel where you type stuff.
A group of cells, like A1:A5 (that’s 5 cells in a column).
A function that adds up numbers in a group of cells.
Dragging a small square in a cell’s corner to quickly copy stuff to other cells.
Formatting Changing how your cell looks (colors, fonts, bold, etc.).

20 Clues: A single box in Excel where you type stuff. • A vertical line of cells (goes up and down). • A horizontal line of cells (goes side to side). • The menu at the top with all the buttons and tools. • Cells Combining two or more cells into one big cell. • A function that adds up numbers in a group of cells. • A single page in Excel (what you see when you open it). • ...

Immune System Crossword 2012-11-19

Immune System Crossword crossword puzzle

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Y-shaped protein that recognize antigen and make them harmless. Key in humoral immunity.
A category of white blood cells that mature in the bone marrow and are involved with humoral immunity of antibodies.
A category of white blood cells that mature in the thymus and are involved with cellular immunity.
The general name of cells in the body involved with defending the immune system.
The reason why the liquid inside the substance can kill bacteria and why things taste sour.
Certain type of white blood cell that creates antibodies.
A type of t-cell that recognizes a germ and calls for help.
Protein that is a key building block of skin.

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A type of t-cell that hears the call for help and kill the germs.
A thick, whitish-yellow fluid that made up of dead white blood cells and junk consumed by these white blood cells. It commonly a sign that a foreign or harmful substance has encountered the immune system.
Certain type of enzyme found in tears that help break down bacteria.
Certain type of white blood cell that stay in the body after the disease is gone to protect the body from the same harmful substance in the future. If the same germs appear, these cells signal for other cells.
Germs that cause disease in the human body.
The type of immunity response involving t-cells and cytotoxic t-cells.
The process of eating harmful substances by a certain type of white blood cells made in the bone marrow.
Toxic substance released by pathogen that antibodies bind to.
The type of immunity response involving antibodies and b-cells.

17 Clues: Germs that cause disease in the human body. • Protein that is a key building block of skin. • Certain type of white blood cell that creates antibodies. • A type of t-cell that recognizes a germ and calls for help. • Toxic substance released by pathogen that antibodies bind to. • The type of immunity response involving antibodies and b-cells. • ...

Organelle Crossword 2025-10-06

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A short, microscopic, hairlike vibrating structure found in big quantities on the surface of certain cells. They cause currents in the surrounding fluid. In some protozoans and other small organisms, they provide propulsion
whip-like appendages on microbes and cells that provide locomotion. This makes it easier for them to move through their environment.
membrane, acidic organelles containing a variety of powerful hydrolytic enzymes that digest and recycle cellular wast and foreign materials, lipids.
wall a rigid outer layer that provides structural support, protection, and shape to plant, fungal, bacterial, algal cells but not animal cells
A jelly-like substance that fills the space within a cell between the nucleus and cell membrane.
essential cell organelles, often called the powerhouse of the cell, it responsible for converting food into usable energy (ATP).
endoplasmic reticulum Network of folded membranes in eukaryotic cells that is studded with ribosomes, giving it a rough appearance.
a diverse group of organelles in plants and algal cells. They are known for their vital roles in photosynthesis, storage, and providing color.
membrane bound cellular compartments that serve as a storage device and transport space for water, nutrients, and waste products. They also play a role in cell structure and digestion.
Irregularly shaped, membrane-less region of prokaryotic cells that contain all of their genetic material.

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hair-like structures on the surface of cells that help with adhesion, motility and DNA transfer.
Essential machine in cells that are responsible for protein synthesis by translating genetic codes from the RNA into protein chains.
bound organelle found in eukaryotic cell that contains the cell’s genetic material (DNA) and controls cell activities.
Network of protein filaments and tubules within eukaryotic cells that provide structrual support and maintain the shape of the cell.
endoplasmic reticulum A network of membranes in eukaryotic cells that lacks ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis, detoxification of drugs and poisons, and calcium ion storage.
apparatus a cell organelle in eukaryotic cells tha modifies, sorts and packages proteins and lipids from the endoplasmic reticulum into vesicles for transport to their final destinations.
Single membrane bound organelles thar are small and found in all eukaryotic cells that perform essential metabolic functions, including lipid breakdown and detoxification.
specialized peroxisomes found in plant cells and microorganisms that convert fatty acids into sugars during seed germination by running the glyoxylate cycle.

18 Clues: hair-like structures on the surface of cells that help with adhesion, motility and DNA transfer. • A jelly-like substance that fills the space within a cell between the nucleus and cell membrane. • Irregularly shaped, membrane-less region of prokaryotic cells that contain all of their genetic material. • ...

Cells to Systems 2025-08-27

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The process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.
A group of organs that work together to perform complex functions in the body, such as the digestive or respiratory system.
A structure made up of different types of tissues that work together to perform a specific function, such as the heart or lungs.
The basic unit of life that makes up all living organisms.
Small, finger-like projections in the small intestine that increase surface area for nutrient absorption.
The outer layer of a cell that controls what enters and exits the cell.
Specialised structures within a cell that perform specific functions, such as the nucleus and mitochondria.
Organelles found in plant cells that are responsible for photosynthesis.
The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, producing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.
Specialised cells that surround stomata and control their opening and closing to regulate gas exchange.

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Cells that have a nucleus and organelles, found in organisms like plants and animals.
Simple cells without a nucleus or organelles, typically found in bacteria.
Cells that have unique structures and functions tailored to perform specific tasks in an organism, such as nerve cells or muscle cells.
Organelles are known as the "powerhouses" of the cell, where energy production occurs.
A rigid outer layer found in plant cells that provides structure and support.
The organelle that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls cell activities.
A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function.
Tiny openings on the surface of leaves that allow for gas exchange (carbon dioxide in and oxygen out).

18 Clues: The basic unit of life that makes up all living organisms. • The outer layer of a cell that controls what enters and exits the cell. • Organelles found in plant cells that are responsible for photosynthesis. • Simple cells without a nucleus or organelles, typically found in bacteria. • A group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function. • ...

Kasey's Crossword 2014-12-17

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Cell A4 refers to one specific location
Cell value changes as the formula is copied
By default, cells formatted as labels are left justified
Is a classification that indicates the data used in calculations
Is used to align multi-line text within a cell
Calculations that are performed
Is a classification for cells that contain text or numbers
Is a classified accroding to its intended purpose
Is adjusted ro fit the longest entry
Is a format applied to cell data to emphasize subcategories
Is used to combine tow or more cells; default alignment is center
Cell value remains static when copied to other locations

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Combination of an absolute and relative cell
Is and individual locations on a spreadsheet
Indicates a cell's location
(or worksheet) Is an arrangement of cells in columns
Is a shortcut for a formula
A group of adjacent cells
Instructs the software to perform a calculation
By default, cells formatted as values are right justified
formatting usually applied to titles and column headings
A file which contains one or more spreadsheets

22 Clues: A group of adjacent cells • Indicates a cell's location • Is a shortcut for a formula • Calculations that are performed • Is adjusted ro fit the longest entry • Cell A4 refers to one specific location • Cell value changes as the formula is copied • Combination of an absolute and relative cell • Is and individual locations on a spreadsheet • ...

Cell Vocabulary Terms 2016-12-03

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Solution where water moves into the cell
Movement of materials out of the cell
Scientist who proposed that cells arise from preexisting cells
Coined the word "cell"
Taking in of a solid particle
Branch of biology that classifies and names living things
Basic building block of life
Cell membrane surrounds a substance and engulfs it
Control center for cell processes
Divide genetic material, found only in animal cells
Site of protein synthesis (attached to ER)
Solution where water passes through cell membrane evenly

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Contains enzymes which digests wastes
The shrinking of the cell membrane
Center of photosynthesis, found only in plant cells
When DNA is bound with proteins
Cells that lack organelles
Shell of a virus
Taking in of a liquid molecule
Within the nucleus, where ribosomes are made
Not considered alive, need a host cell to survive
Solution where water moves out of the cell
Contain only RNA, but lack envelope and capsid
Has 6 groupings, based on cell structure and characteristics
Diffusion of water

25 Clues: Shell of a virus • Diffusion of water • Coined the word "cell" • Cells that lack organelles • Basic building block of life • Taking in of a solid particle • Taking in of a liquid molecule • When DNA is bound with proteins • Control center for cell processes • The shrinking of the cell membrane • Contains enzymes which digests wastes • Movement of materials out of the cell • ...

Noah O'Dougherty Organelles Parts 2018-11-06

Noah O'Dougherty Organelles Parts crossword puzzle

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make up chromosomes (instructions).
there are many vacuoles in animal cells, but one _____ one in plant cells.
the rough endoplasmic reticulm has ribosomes which one doesn't have ribosomes.
thin surrounds the cell of both plant and animal.
inside cell wall, oval shaped, and provides food for plants.
like a skeleton for a plant cell, thicker that the membrane.
has short hairs and a long tail.
kidney bean shaped, 2 layers, and the powerhouse.
chloroplasts are only in _______ cells.
mitochondria are _______ bean shaped.
layers of membrane, packages molecules.
single celled organisms, used for feeding and moving.

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membrane bound sac, one big one in plant cells.
cytoplasm _____ molecules for use.
rough has ribosomes, smooth doesn't.
Packets of hydro logic enzymes, breakdown cells when it dies.
made of DNA, inside Nucleus.
ribosomes have a __________ sub unit.
packets of RNA, a large sub unit and a small sub unit.
fluid and fills the cell, dissolves molecules.
the golgi apparatus ______ cells for moving elsewhere.
large and round, in the middle of the cell.

22 Clues: made of DNA, inside Nucleus. • has short hairs and a long tail. • cytoplasm _____ molecules for use. • make up chromosomes (instructions). • rough has ribosomes, smooth doesn't. • ribosomes have a __________ sub unit. • mitochondria are _______ bean shaped. • chloroplasts are only in _______ cells. • layers of membrane, packages molecules. • ...

Cell and their organelles 2016-12-08

Cell and their organelles crossword puzzle

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within nucleus, where ribosomes are made
has enzymes which digests waste and worn out cell parts
outer boundary of the cell, selectively permeable (2 words)
have organelles, have a nucleus (2 words)
saw cork cells under a microscope
site of photosynthesis
for cytoskeleton and provides structure
lack organelles, no nucleus (2 words)
all animals are made of cells
cells arise from preexisting cells
site of protein synthesis
enables the cell to move
site of cellular respiration

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control center for cell process, contains DNA and RNA
all plants are made of cells
saw single cell organisms under a scope
rigid structure outside cell membrane. supports and protects, only in plants (2 words)
for cell division, only in animals
packaging and secreting of proteins out of the cells parts
moves material around the cell (2 words)
surrounds nucleus (2 words)
watery material inside cell, holds organelles
storage area in cell for water, food, or waste...larger in plants
keeps internal passageways free of mucus or foreign material
when DNA is bound with proteins

25 Clues: site of photosynthesis • enables the cell to move • site of protein synthesis • surrounds nucleus (2 words) • all plants are made of cells • site of cellular respiration • all animals are made of cells • when DNA is bound with proteins • saw cork cells under a microscope • for cell division, only in animals • cells arise from preexisting cells • ...

Cells and organelles 2016-12-08

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control center for cell process, contains DNA and RNA
all animals are made of cells
has enzymes which digests waste and worn out cell parts
keeps internal passageways free of mucus or foreign material
saw cork cells under a microscope
enables the cell to move
site of photosynthesis
moves material around the cell (2 words)
site of cellular respiration
rigid structure outside cell membrane. supports and protects, only in plants (2 words)
within nucleus, where ribosomes are made
outer boundary of the cell, selectively permeable (2 words)
storage area in cell for water, food, or waste...larger in plants
saw single cell organisms under a scope

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for cytoskeleton and provides structure
for cell division, only in animals
when DNA is bound with proteins
have organelles, have a nucleus (2 words)
watery material inside cell, holds organelles
all plants are made of cells
lack organelles, no nucleus (2 words)
surrounds nucleus (2 words)
packaging and secreting of proteins out of the cells parts
site of protein synthesis
cells arise from preexisting cells

Respiratory Part 2 2021-10-11

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stimulates surfactant production in fetus prior to parturition
Cells found in the bronciholes secrete surfactant-like substance
alternative name for simple squamous cells of the pleura
alveolar spaces filled with proteinaceous fluid
phospholipoprotien that reduces surface tension preventing alveolar collapse
epithelial lining of alveolar ducts
disease caused by absence of surfactant in newborns
connective tissue and simple squamous covering of the lungs
Granular alveolar cell produces surfactant and is mitotically active
vasculature which brings unoxygenated blood to the lungs
vasculature which takes oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart
Intravascular macrophage

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respiratory passage lined by ciliated cuboidal cells with few to no goblet cells
vasculature which brings oxygenated blood to the lungs
gives alveolar ducts a knob-like appearance at their entrance
extremely thin cells within alveoli designed for gas permeability
Alveolar macrophage aka Dust cell
allow pressure equalization, collateral ventilation, and macrophage passage from one alveolus to another
interconnecting network of interstitial tissue supporting vasculature of the bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli
space between cells, and the microcirculation
granules found within Pneumocyte type II

21 Clues: Intravascular macrophage • Alveolar macrophage aka Dust cell • epithelial lining of alveolar ducts • granules found within Pneumocyte type II • space between cells, and the microcirculation • alveolar spaces filled with proteinaceous fluid • disease caused by absence of surfactant in newborns • vasculature which brings oxygenated blood to the lungs • ...

exam 2 2021-09-22

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protein secreted by microbes
measure of intensity of pathogenicity
cell effector B cells
when CD8 T cells receive a cytokine signal from a T helper cell and bind to their epitope, they become a…
the first antibody present during a primary immune response
type of Immunity that can only be obtained in a hospital or clinical setting (ex:5)
Plasma cells produce what?
most infections are
Process that increases phagocytosis of microbes due to complement binding
nausea and pain are examples of
fever causing substance

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object that is a carrier of an infection
type of vaccine that contains the whole organism
Test effectively used to look for HIV in infants
when macrophages or dendritic cells release toxins that damage host tissue this causes
aka antitoxin antibodies
Region of an antibody that binds to epitopes on antigens
cough or rash are examples of
_____2 MHC: Professional antigen presenting cells express this on their surface
Virus that lives within CD4 T cells
microbe that causes disease

21 Clues: most infections are • cell effector B cells • fever causing substance • aka antitoxin antibodies • Plasma cells produce what? • microbe that causes disease • protein secreted by microbes • cough or rash are examples of • nausea and pain are examples of • Virus that lives within CD4 T cells • measure of intensity of pathogenicity • object that is a carrier of an infection • ...

biology bonus 2021-12-14

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The process by which cells become specialized
Cell division that produces gametes
Very large molecules that make up living things
division of the chromosomes or division of the two copies of DNA
Cells with half the genetic information of the original cells
Distinguishing quality or characteristic
The way in organism looks or the treat the organism possesses
The actual genes of an organism possesses
Cells with a full set of genetic information of the original cells
Mutations that produce changes in a single gene
One or more bases are inserted into a DNA sequence
Recessive genes present on the X chromosome `

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The delivery of characteristics from parents to offspring
Having different alleles for a trait
The process that living things use to maintain stable conditions
When cancer cells spread to new body parts
The scientific study of heredity
what an organism's chromosomes look like
The differences of DNA between different organisms of the same species
One or more bases are deleted from a DNA sequence

20 Clues: The scientific study of heredity • Cell division that produces gametes • Having different alleles for a trait • what an organism's chromosomes look like • Distinguishing quality or characteristic • The actual genes of an organism possesses • When cancer cells spread to new body parts • The process by which cells become specialized • ...

Cell Structure 2024-12-03

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Produces genetically unique cells from parent cell
Liquid which all organelles float in
Organelle that breaks down other worn out organelles
For eukaryotes respiration takes place in this organelle.
Strucutre that contains a double helix
Theory that states "A cell is the basic unit of life"
Contains chromosomes and most of the cell's DNA
Organelle that stores food and water.
This acid touches almost all organelles, and controls many cell functions
Each part of the cell is classiefied as.
the organelle where photosynthesis occures, also what gives a plant it's green color
What is the name for prokaryotic cells
Produces two indentical daughter cells from one parent cell

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This synthesizes lipids
This organelle has ribosomes attached to it
Protects nucles from other cell organelles
What wraps all the organels into the cell
What protects the cell, present in plant cells, but not animal cells.
The framework of the cell
For eukaryotic cells this organelle packages protein
Scattered throughout the cell, this organelle contains protein and RNA

21 Clues: This synthesizes lipids • The framework of the cell • Liquid which all organelles float in • Organelle that stores food and water. • Strucutre that contains a double helix • What is the name for prokaryotic cells • Each part of the cell is classiefied as. • What wraps all the organels into the cell • Protects nucles from other cell organelles • ...

Cell Division 2024-03-06

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holds genetic information
chromosomes line up in the ______ during metaphase
type of cell division where the cell divides twice to make four cells with half of the original genetic information in the first cell
longest phase where cell grows and DNA is replicated
stage where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell and attach to spindle fibers
two of these come from a parent cell
makes up all living organisms
splits into two daughter cells
contain DNA
the part on a chromosome where spindle fibers attach to

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where the parent cell is divided into two daughter cells
DNA is __________ in interphase
stage where the spindle fibers pull chromosomes to the opposite poles of the cell
type of cell division where a parent cell splits into two identical daughter cells
organelle that develops spindle fibers
stage where two nuclei are formed as the two daughter cells start to form
a group of abnormal cells that form a lump
contains chromosomes inside
first stage of cell division where the nuclear envelope disappears
_______ fibers attach to centromeres of chromosomes

20 Clues: contain DNA • holds genetic information • contains chromosomes inside • makes up all living organisms • splits into two daughter cells • DNA is __________ in interphase • two of these come from a parent cell • organelle that develops spindle fibers • a group of abnormal cells that form a lump • chromosomes line up in the ______ during metaphase • ...

Unit 3 Part 1 2022-11-15

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New cells are made of other cells, All living things are made of cells, Cells are the basic unit of all structure
chooses what things can pass through
modifies sorts and packages proteins
Cell structures & large protein molecules
synthisis of lipids
Chemical energy to food (ATP)
The basic units of all living things
3-D images of a specimen's surface
turns light into food

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stores and moves materials between organelles
Large cell with DNA in nucleus
creator of the microscope
Store materials like water and salt
light passes through specimen, and the resulting image is enlarged through the objective and ocular lenses
Gel-like fluid inside the cell where organelles are found
Thin flexible layer made from phospholipids
Enzymes that break down lipids
The molecule that carries biological information in a cell
creates proteins
synthisis of proteins
Small cells without a nucleus
Gives the cell structure
Keeps the shape and protects the cell (not in animal cell)
First person to look at a cork under a microscope

24 Clues: creates proteins • synthisis of lipids • synthisis of proteins • turns light into food • Gives the cell structure • creator of the microscope • Small cells without a nucleus • Chemical energy to food (ATP) • Large cell with DNA in nucleus • Enzymes that break down lipids • 3-D images of a specimen's surface • Store materials like water and salt • chooses what things can pass through • ...

Classification of Organisms Crossword Puzzle 2014-02-20

Classification of Organisms Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle

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An organism that makes its own food
The process that creates food for plants
The jelly-like fluid in all cells
All types of this organism are autotrophs
A cell with a nucleus
A word that means one cell
A structure in all cells that makes proteins
The process organisms use to multiply
Structures in Euakryotic cells
Another word for hereditary material
The science of placing organisms in groups

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An organism that eats other organisms
A word that means many cells
A cell without a nucleus
Pieces of DNA that you get from your parents
The structure that holds DNA in Eukaryotic cells
membrane The outer covering of an animal cell
The largest grouping of organisms
Something that is able to grow and reproduce

19 Clues: A cell with a nucleus • A cell without a nucleus • A word that means one cell • A word that means many cells • Structures in Euakryotic cells • The jelly-like fluid in all cells • The largest grouping of organisms • An organism that makes its own food • Another word for hereditary material • An organism that eats other organisms • The process organisms use to multiply • ...

Cells as basic units of life 2024-02-04

Cells as basic units of life crossword puzzle

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, it stores the cell sap
,a group of cells with the same structure
, a gel-like fluid that house the organelles of a cell
, specialized structures found inside the cell
, important in the process of photosynthesis
,a single cell
, hereditary information
, cells That cover the internal surface of the body
,the building blocks of an organism

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,it generates energy for the cell
,it is shapeless
, many cells
, a group of tissues working together for the same function
, group of organs working together
membrane ,a thin layer of protein that surrounds the cell
, something that can not be seen without a microscope
, it contain a cell wall
, different systems working together to make the organism alive
, specialized cells

19 Clues: , many cells • ,a single cell • ,it is shapeless • , specialized cells • , it stores the cell sap • , it contain a cell wall • , hereditary information • ,it generates energy for the cell • , group of organs working together • ,the building blocks of an organism • ,a group of cells with the same structure • , important in the process of photosynthesis • ...

Science Vocab (Ch.5) 2025-01-08

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A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process inhibits the process itself.
An organism consisting of two or more cells and whose cells may not live independently apart from the organism.
An organism consisting of only one cell.
The genetic material of eukaryotic cells consisting of DNA and associated proteins.
A cellular organelle found in plant cells that contains the pigment chlorophyll and is the site where photosynthesis takes place.
An organelle in plant cells that holds materials and helps maintain the cell’s shape through turgor pressure.
A nonpigmented cellular organelle found in plant cells whose functions include storing starches, lipids, and proteins.
A cellular organelle that functions in the organization of icrotubules.
(1) The membranebound region of a eukaryotic cell that contains the genetic material. (2) The central portion of an atom where protons and neutrons are located.
Describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membranetbound organelles.
A spherical structure within a eukaryotic cell’s nucleus where ribosomes are manufactured.
The structure within cells that helps define their shape, maintains internal organization, and aids in division and movement.
Describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membranetbound organelles.
A group of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function.
The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles. Also called the cytosol.
The movement of substances across a cell membrane from regions of low concentration to regions of high concentration by any means that requires the use of energy.
The internal balance within the systems of living organisms that must be kept stable in order to maintain life. Processes that maintain homeostasis include getting nutrition, expelling wastes, and responding to the environment.
A protective coating found outside the cell walls of many bacteria.
A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process enhances the process itself.
Describes a solution whose solute concentration is greater than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.

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The diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane.
The cellular organelle that processes and packages proteins in preparation for secreting them from a cell.
A whiptlike cellular organelle similar in structure to a cilium but longer and used primarily for movement in many bacteria.
Structures found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform the various functions cells need to stay alive.
The cellular organelle in which aerobic respiration takes place to release energy from food.
Describes a solution whose solute concentration is less than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
(1) Individual organisms of the same species living closely together. (2) A group of cells that live and work together. Unlike in a multicellular organism, cells in a colony may break away and survive on their own.
The movement of substances across a cell membrane without the need for energy.
A thin layer of phospholipids and proteins that defines the boundary of a cell.
Describes a solution whose solute concentration is equal to the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
A structure made of two or more tissues that work together to perform a particular function.
The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane.
A rigid structure made by cells of plants, fungi, and most bacteria to surround the cell membrane.
One of the fundamental models of biology that states that cells are the smallest form of life, come from preexisting cells, are the basic building block of all life forms, and carry out life processes to maintain homeostasis.
The pressure exerted by water in a full central vacuole upon the cytoplasm and cell membrane of a plant cell; maintains plant rigidity.
The non membranerbound region in prokaryotic cells that contains most of the genetic material.
A stack of diskushaped thylakoids within a chloroplast.
A type of passive transport in which substances can move across a cell membrane through special protein channels embedded in the membrane.
A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes.
The cellular organelle that directs the proteinbuilding process.
A group of cells that are specialized to perform a particular function.

41 Clues: An organism consisting of only one cell. • A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes. • A stack of diskushaped thylakoids within a chloroplast. • The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane. • The cellular organelle that directs the proteinbuilding process. • The diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane. • ...

Cell Division 2024-12-06

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Cells with two sets of chromosomes, found in somatic cells.
The loose, uncoiled form of DNA found in the nucleus during interphase
The third stage of mitosis, where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite sides of the cell.
Cells with one set of chromosomes, such as gametes (sperm and egg cells).
Thread-like structures made of DNA that contain genetic information.
A reproductive cell (sperm or egg).
The process after mitosis where the cell’s cytoplasm divides, creating two separate cells.
The process by which a cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells, used for growth and repair.
The final stage of mitosis, where new membranes form around each set of chromosomes to create a nucleus.
Body cells that are not involved in reproduction (e.g., skin, muscle, or bone cells).

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Two identical copies of a chromosome connected by a centromere, formed during DNA replication
The phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows, replicates its DNA, and prepares for division.
The series of stages a cell goes through to grow and divide; includes interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.
The first stage of mitosis, where chromosomes form and the membrane of the nucleus dissolves.
Protein strings that help separate chromosomes during mitosis.
The second stage of mitosis, where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.
A type of cell division in prokaryotes where one cell splits into two identical cells.
Organelles that help organize the spindle fibers for chromosome movement during mitosis.

18 Clues: A reproductive cell (sperm or egg). • Cells with two sets of chromosomes, found in somatic cells. • Protein strings that help separate chromosomes during mitosis. • Thread-like structures made of DNA that contain genetic information. • The loose, uncoiled form of DNA found in the nucleus during interphase • ...

Cells as basic units of life 2024-02-04

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, it stores the cell sap
,a group of cells with the same structure
, a gel-like fluid that house the organelles of a cell
, specialized structures found inside the cell
, important in the process of photosynthesis
,a single cell
, hereditary information
, cells That cover the internal surface of the body
,the building blocks of an organism

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,it generates energy for the cell
,it is shapeless
, many cells
, a group of tissues working together for the same function
, group of organs working together
membrane ,a thin layer of protein that surrounds the cell
, something that can not be seen without a microscope
, it contain a cell wall
, different systems working together to make the organism alive
, specialized cells

Cell Cycle 2019-11-07

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where DNA is found in the cell
forms in plant cells during cytokinsesis
chromatids line up in the middle of the cell
holds sister chromatids together
DNA in interphase
one reason cells reproduce
attach to chromatids and pull them apart
describes the 2 new daughter cells
chromosomes move away from each other to opposite ends of cell

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interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis
number of chromosomes in a human body cell
chromatids have moved apart and 2 new nuclei form
Chromosomes become visible
chromosomes attached to their copy
cell division that results in 2 daughter cells
coiled DNA; in humans 46
When the new daughter cells separate
what DNA does during interphase
In this phase DNA replicates and the cell grows

19 Clues: DNA in interphase • coiled DNA; in humans 46 • Chromosomes become visible • one reason cells reproduce • where DNA is found in the cell • what DNA does during interphase • holds sister chromatids together • chromosomes attached to their copy • describes the 2 new daughter cells • interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis • When the new daughter cells separate • ...

vedank tak puzzle 2024-06-26

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He said that all plants are made of cells
Scientists that first used the word "cells"
Obtaining food to provide energy
When a cell increases in size
He improved the microscope and viewed bacteria cells
Protection against a cells enemies
The smallest structural and functional unit of a living thing

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This states that all living things are made up of cells
Scientist that said all cells come from pre-existing cells
This type of cell does have a nucleus
He said all animals are made of cells
This type of cell does not have a nucleus
process of producing offspring
All of the internal reactions inside a cell

14 Clues: When a cell increases in size • process of producing offspring • Obtaining food to provide energy • Protection against a cells enemies • This type of cell does have a nucleus • He said all animals are made of cells • He said that all plants are made of cells • This type of cell does not have a nucleus • Scientists that first used the word "cells" • ...

Meiosis 2021-03-17

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cell containing one copy of each chromosome
phase in which cells spend most of their time
how many daughter cells result from meiosis 2
group of four chromatids
singular human egg cell
cell containing two copies of each chromosome
phase during meiosis 2 during which sister chromatids separate
reproductive cells
how many daughter cells result from meiosis 1
male gamete

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phase of meiosis 1 during which crossing over occurs
cell formed by the union of two gametes
point of contact during crossing over
cell division with chromosome reduction
chromosomes exchange genes
phase during meiosis 1 in which homologous chromosomes line up in the center of the cell
division of the cytoplasm
a chromosome pair is known as _________________ chromosomes
another word for body cells

19 Clues: male gamete • reproductive cells • singular human egg cell • group of four chromatids • division of the cytoplasm • chromosomes exchange genes • another word for body cells • point of contact during crossing over • cell formed by the union of two gametes • cell division with chromosome reduction • cell containing one copy of each chromosome • ...

Cells as basic units of life 2024-02-04

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, it stores the cell sap
,a group of cells with the same structure
, a gel-like fluid that house the organelles of a cell
, specialized structures found inside the cell
, important in the process of photosynthesis
,a single cell
, hereditary information
, cells That cover the internal surface of the body
,the building blocks of an organism

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,it generates energy for the cell
,it is shapeless
, many cells
, a group of tissues working together for the same function
, group of organs working together
membrane ,a thin layer of protein that surrounds the cell
, something that can not be seen without a microscope
, it contain a cell wall
, different systems working together to make the organism alive
, specialized cells

Nutrition, Kendra and Mckenna 2019-10-15

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needed to make thyroid ________
helps your body get energy from ____
regulating muscles and _____ functions
helps bones, teeth, skin, and____ stay healthy
Many ____ together
needed for normal _____ clotting
hair and _____ are mostly made of this
Helps the body get energy from ____
helps red blood cells carry ______

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2x4=cups a day
plays a roll making red blood cells and maintaining _____ cells
helps keep the ____ balance in your body
u put it in coffee
Helps build strong ____ and teeth
help with cell ______
helps the body make ________
helps form ___ blood cells
opposite of sugar
helps heal ______
helps build strong bones and _____

20 Clues: 2x4=cups a day • opposite of sugar • helps heal ______ • u put it in coffee • Many ____ together • help with cell ______ • helps form ___ blood cells • helps the body make ________ • needed to make thyroid ________ • needed for normal _____ clotting • Helps build strong ____ and teeth • helps build strong bones and _____ • helps red blood cells carry ______ • ...

Anaiah's Muscle System Puzzle 2024-04-30

Anaiah's Muscle System Puzzle crossword puzzle

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gap between the neuron and the motor end plate
fascicles are surrounded by a membrane
thick filament
enzyme that breaks down "ACH"
thin filament
enlargement of a muscle
adenosine triphosphate
muscle not under conscious control
muscle is surrounded by a membrane
functional unit inside of muscle fibers
the moveable end of the muscle
adenosine diphosphate

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fibers are organized into a bundle
muscle cells have fibers within
muscle under conscious control
muscles become small and weak due to disuse
the immovable end of the muscle
heart muscle cells
plasma membrane of muscle cells
specialized grouping of cells

20 Clues: thin filament • thick filament • heart muscle cells • adenosine diphosphate • adenosine triphosphate • enlargement of a muscle • enzyme that breaks down "ACH" • specialized grouping of cells • muscle under conscious control • the moveable end of the muscle • muscle cells have fibers within • the immovable end of the muscle • plasma membrane of muscle cells • ...

Botany Blast 2025-11-24

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Leaf cells responsible for most photosynthesis
Ovary splits on both sides
__ Phloem, closest to the surface
When the receptacle partially covers the Ovary
The aggregate of carpels
Dry adapted leaves
Single seed in a fleshy pericarp
__ cells, dead and lignin rich
__ Xylem, closest to the surface
Tissue responsible for conducting water

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Division of the calyx
__ Fruit, one flower many ovaries
Leaves with branching veins
opening for gas exchange
Male __ has 2 cells: tube and generative
Forms the flesh of an apple
Monocot cells, cause leaves to roll
Xylem without perforations
Ripened ovary wall
Contains female Gametophyte

20 Clues: Dry adapted leaves • Ripened ovary wall • Division of the calyx • opening for gas exchange • The aggregate of carpels • Ovary splits on both sides • Xylem without perforations • Leaves with branching veins • Forms the flesh of an apple • Contains female Gametophyte • __ cells, dead and lignin rich • Single seed in a fleshy pericarp • __ Xylem, closest to the surface • ...

Unit 7 Vocabulary Crossword 2017-11-25

Unit 7 Vocabulary Crossword crossword puzzle

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The material or protoplasm within a living cell, excluding the nucleus.
A microscopic network of protein filaments and tubules in the cytoplasm of many living cells, giving them shape and coherence.
The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell.
The lytic cycle results in the destruction of the infected cell and its membrane.
A cellular organelle in plant cells.
A nucleic acid that carries the genetic information in cells.
a large complex part of RNA and protein.
The basic unit of all living things except viruses.
The formation of biological viruses during the infection process in the target host cells.
Processes and packages the macro molecules such as proteins and lipids that are synthesized by the cell.
A cell that is a structural and functional unit of plant.
A double membrane enclosing a cell nucleus and having its outer part continuous with the endoplasmic reticulum.
An organism with complex cells, or a single cell with a complex structures.
The genetic material of a virus as incorporated into, and able to replicate with the genome of a host cell.
The central part of most cells that contains genetic and is enclosed in a membrane.
Short, filamentous projections on a bacterial cell, used for adhering to other bacterial cell or to animal cells.

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The simplest living things: bacteria and archaea.
A microscopic parasite which can infect living organisms and cause disease.
Characterized by integration of the bacteriologic nucleic acid into the host bacterium's genome.
Makes most of the cell's supply of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a molecule that cells use as a source of energy.
A type of symbiosis in which one organism lives inside the other, the two typically behaving as a single organism.
A living cell on which a virus multiplies.
A long, whip-like projection of a cell composed of micro tubules.
A network of tubular membranes within the cytoplasm of the cell.
Eukaryotic cells, or cells with a membrane-bound nucleus.
A plastid that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place.
Proteins with a sugar attached to them.
The complete, infective form of a virus outside a host cell, with a core of RNA or DNA and a casid.
A short, microscopic, hairlike vibrating structure.
An organelle in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells containing degradation enzymes enclosed in a membrane.
The protein coat or shell of a virus particle surrounding the nucleic acid or nucleotide core.

31 Clues: A cellular organelle in plant cells. • Proteins with a sugar attached to them. • a large complex part of RNA and protein. • A living cell on which a virus multiplies. • The simplest living things: bacteria and archaea. • The basic unit of all living things except viruses. • A short, microscopic, hairlike vibrating structure. • ...

Immunology & Serology Terms 2019-01-14

Immunology & Serology Terms crossword puzzle

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A low molecular weight substance that can bind to an antibody once it is formed, but is incapable of stimulating antibody production unless it is bound to a larger carrier molecule
Any substance that is capable of inducing an immune response
cells Transformed B cells that secretes antibody
Chemical messenger that causes migration of cells in a particular direction
Determinate site on an antigen
Antibody formed in response to antigens from individuals of the same species
Immunoglobulin produced by plasma cells in response to an antigen
Strength of bond between antigen and antibody
Antibody against self
False negative reaction in a serological test due to antigen excess
Antibody
The study of the reactions of a host when exposed to foreign substances
antibody An antibody derived from a single B cell clone
A heightened state of immune responsiveness that can cause tissue damage in the host
A molecule that binds to another molecule of a complementary configuration, substance being measured in an immunoassay
Enzyme found in tears and saliva that attacks cell walls of microorganisms
A means of expressing the concentration of an antibody
Sickness A type III hypersensitivity reaction that results from a buildup of antibodies to animal serum used in some passive immunizations
Serum proteins that attach to a foreign substance and enhance phagocytosis

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False negative reaction in a serological test due to antibody excess
A small, flat bilobed organ found in the thorax, site of T lymphocyte development
Cytokines produced by T cells and other cells that inhibit viral synthesis or act as immune regulators
Injection of immunogenic material to induce immunity
Foreign substance that stimulates antibody production
Engulfment of cells or particulate matter by neutrophils and macrophages
The change of a serological test from negative to positive due to development of detectable antibody
A vasoactive amine that is released from mast cells and basophils during an allergic reaction
antibody Antibody produced by many B cell clones
Cellular and humoral mechanisms involved in the reaction of the body to injury or infection
Genes that control the expression of proteins found on all nucleated cells
Cytokines produced by T cells and macrophages that stimulate a number of cell types
Chemical messenger produced by stimulated cells that affect the function of other cells
Resistance to infection
of differentiation CD Antigenic features of leukocytes
phase reactant Protein that increases due to infection,injury, or trauma

35 Clues: Antibody • Antibody against self • Resistance to infection • Determinate site on an antigen • Strength of bond between antigen and antibody • cells Transformed B cells that secretes antibody • antibody Antibody produced by many B cell clones • Injection of immunogenic material to induce immunity • Foreign substance that stimulates antibody production • ...

Electrochemistry crossword puzzle 2015-02-10

Electrochemistry crossword puzzle crossword puzzle

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Li-MnO2 cell is an example of lithium cell with ----------------cathode.
In an electrolytic cell Redox reactions are ---------------
The useful product obtained by the usage of fuel cells in space ships is ------------------------
is the anode during discharging process in a Lead acid battery
In electrochemical series electrodes are arranged in the increasing order of their standard---------potentials
The potential difference between two electrodes in an electrochemical cell gives -------of the cell.
cell reactions are made --------------by passing current in opposite direction.
In primary cells the cell becomes ----- when all the reactants are converted
Ion selective electrodes are sensitive to a -------ion
Flow of charge in a material is called
Ion selective electrode which is sensitive to Hydrogen ion concentration
The --------------------difference developed at the glass membrane is a measure of pH.
Example of Fuel cell ------------------------------
Example of typical electrochemical cell -------------
Two or more electrochemical cells when connected in series electrically form a -----------------------
Conductance of a solution increases with increase in --
--------Gas is liberated at cathode in Ni-Cd cell.
Battery commonly used in cars -------------------------
The main application of electrochemical cells is to generate ---------energy.
Electrolyte used in Ni-Cd cell -----------------.
Units of conductance

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LaF3 crystal is used as a solid membrane in ----------electrode.
cells in which cell reactions are not reversible are called
Number of lead acid cells used to run a car----------
The cells in which high energy conversion takes place and are ecofreindly ------------------
Recharge batteries are also called as ----------------
A Good battery should have ---------------------capacity
When 6 lead acid cells are connected in series the voltage produced is-------
Primary cell in which Zinc and carbon rod are used as electrodes
Electrodes used in Methanol –oxygen Fuel cell --------
Ni-Cd cell is an example of -------------------cell
Anode in Ni-Cd cell -------------------------
The most commonly used secondary battery among lithium cells
Does the cells work when the EMF of the cell is negative?
The electrode potential can be determined by _______________equation.
Dilute sulphuric acid is used as --------------------in lead acid storage battery.
light weight Primary cell with 3V capacity ---------
Specific Conductance of a solution decreases with increase in ---------------------------
In dry cells MnO2 acts as an ---------------------------
Ni-Cd cell is preferred because of its -----------voltage.
Solar cells convert ---------------energy into electrical energy
Primary reference electrode example in short --------

42 Clues: Units of conductance • Flow of charge in a material is called • Anode in Ni-Cd cell ------------------------- • Electrolyte used in Ni-Cd cell -----------------. • --------Gas is liberated at cathode in Ni-Cd cell. • Ni-Cd cell is an example of -------------------cell • Example of Fuel cell ------------------------------ • ...

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A small GTPase, acts as a binary on-off switch, and is a master regulator of cell behavior
New growth when cells grow and divide uncontrollably
Programmed cell death and is a complex and highly regulated process
Tumors that grow in one spot
Sister chromatids segregate towards opposite poles in this mitotic phase
Connective tissue cells are separated from one another by _ and are also bound to it
A pathway that regulates the levels of cytoplasmic beta-catenin and is also the intercellular communication signaling pathway
A group of proteases capable of eating a cell from within
Lymphocytes that are part of the immune system and protect the body from infection
Process where ubiquitin molecules are attached to protein substrates for protein degradation
Chromosomes condense and duplicated centrosomes migrate to opposite sides of the nuclear envelope
Genes that when hyperactive promote cancer development. Cancer cells have mutations that enhance the activity of these genes
The anti-growth signaling pathway
When cells/tissues experience normal oxygen levels
Formation of new blood vessels
This type of immunity is the first response to a harmful foreign substance
Process that controls the series of events when a cell goes through the cell cycle

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An increase in the number of cells as a result of cell growth and cell division
The process of maturing where immature cells become mature cells with specific functions
Genes that slow down cancer development
When cells are exposed to lower-than-normal oxygen levels
Chromosomes align and form the metaphase plate in this mitotic phase
This type of immunity attacks foreign substances and creates memory cells
Early response gene, and CDK4 and cyclins D and E are direct transcriptional targets and positive regulators of G1
Budding yeast cdc13 is this type of cyclin
A cell spends most of its time in this phase of the cell cycle
An abnormal growth in tissue
Process by which a parent cell divides into two daughter cells
This TF plays a crucial role in regulating the survival, activation, and differentiation of innate immune and T cells
A type of white blood cell that makes antibodies
Tumors that have traveled to different locations to grow
Oncogenic form of _ lacks its regulatory amino-terminal domain and is a constitutively active kinase
Protein that is made by plasma cells in response to an antigen
1 in 2 Men and 1 in 3 Women will be diagnosed with _ in their lifetime

34 Clues: Tumors that grow in one spot • An abnormal growth in tissue • Formation of new blood vessels • The anti-growth signaling pathway • Genes that slow down cancer development • Budding yeast cdc13 is this type of cyclin • A type of white blood cell that makes antibodies • When cells/tissues experience normal oxygen levels • New growth when cells grow and divide uncontrollably • ...

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an organlle found in eukaryote cells
the energy factories of cells
receives materials from endoplasmic recticulum
directs all cell action
controlls what goes in and out of the cells
a number of specialized structures within a cell
in green plant cells
a slender thread like structure
contains specialized organelles in the cytoplasm

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in animal cell breaks down dead cells
cariies substances like proteins through various parts of the cell.
a very small single celled organism that includes the bacteria and cyanobacteria.
houses gel like fluids
in plant cells, helps to protect and support the cell
the basic unit of life
found in large numbers in the cytoplasm of the cell

16 Clues: in green plant cells • houses gel like fluids • the basic unit of life • directs all cell action • the energy factories of cells • a slender thread like structure • an organlle found in eukaryote cells • in animal cell breaks down dead cells • controlls what goes in and out of the cells • receives materials from endoplasmic recticulum • ...

Pathophysiology Crossword #3 2024-02-02

Pathophysiology Crossword #3 crossword puzzle

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Low levels of oxygen in the blood and tissues
Abnormally poor circulation
Physical or mental injury
Limited tissue growth; Noncancerous tumor
The state of being diseased
Bacterial growh in dead tissue
A malignant tumor; Uncontrolled growth and spread

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Tissue growth; Abnormal increase in cells
An abnormal increase in the number of cells (i.e. tumor)
Change in shape or size of cells
Tissue death due to poor circulation/oxygen
Cancer cells move to other points in the body
The study of tumors or cancer
The system of prioritizing care to multiple victims
Dead tissues/cells
Decrease in the size of the cells in a tissue

16 Clues: Dead tissues/cells • Physical or mental injury • Abnormally poor circulation • The state of being diseased • The study of tumors or cancer • Bacterial growh in dead tissue • Change in shape or size of cells • Tissue growth; Abnormal increase in cells • Limited tissue growth; Noncancerous tumor • Tissue death due to poor circulation/oxygen • ...

Cells and Homeostasis 2020-09-29

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Aids the transport of materials through the cell.
The ___ and flagella are two methods used by cells for movement.
Primitive cells that have no nucleus or membrane bound organelles.
Diffusion of water across a semi-permeable membrane.
When wastes and cell products are transferred out of the cell.
Phagocytosis is an example of this.
Cells placed in salt water tend to dehydrate and ?
Network of protein fibers and tubes extending throughout the cytoplasm . Gives the cell support.
Scientist who said that all animals are composed of cells.
Organelles primarily involved in cell division.
Where photosynthesis occurs.
A structure in cells that may store food, waste or water.
Structures that contain hereditary information.
Specialized vacuole that removes excess water from a cell.
When a solution contains more dissolved solute that the solution to which it is being compared, it is referred to as ___.
Provides support and protection in plant cells, composed of cellulose.

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Where protein sythesis occurs.
The swelling or bursting of a cell due to the gaining of water.
The maintanence of a stable set of internal conditions.
Molecules are packaged and shipped out of the cell by the ___ apparatus (bodies).
Directs the activities of the cell.
When the movement of molecules moving into the cell is equal to the movement of molecules moving out of the cell.
Organelle where cellular respiration is releasing energy.
In an organ ___ several organs work together.
The movement of water from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.
Water pressure in a plant cell.
Large polysaccharide molecule that can't pass through a cell membrane.
Scientist who observed cork cells and named them cells.
Cell membranes are permeable to __ molecules.
The endoplasmic reticulum embedded with ribosomes.
Type of transport that requires energy and moves against the concentration gradient.
Group of cells similar in structure and activity.
Scientist who said all new cells come from existing cells.
Plastid where starch is stored.
Osmosis and diffusion are examples of this type of transport.
Membrane that allows certain molecules to pass through but prevents other molecules from passing through.
__ vacuoles are only found in plants.
Where food is digested and worn out cell parts are recycled.
Process in which the cell membrane surrounds and engulfs a food particle. (ex: Amoeba and white blood cells)
Thick clear fluid that holds organelles in place.

40 Clues: Where photosynthesis occurs. • Where protein sythesis occurs. • Water pressure in a plant cell. • Plastid where starch is stored. • Directs the activities of the cell. • Phagocytosis is an example of this. • __ vacuoles are only found in plants. • In an organ ___ several organs work together. • Cell membranes are permeable to __ molecules. • ...

Hypersensitivity reactions 2025-26 2022-09-29

Hypersensitivity reactions 2025-26 crossword puzzle

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In Myasthenia gravis autoantibodies against these receptors are formed
This autoimmune disease occurs because of development of autoantibodies against TSH receptor
These are powerful secondary mediators released from activated mast cells that can cause smooth muscle contraction
This condition develops because of molecular mimicry between M protein antigen of Streptococcus and Myosin antigen of cardiac muscle
This is the term referring to genetic predisposition to synthesize inappropriate levels of IgE specific for external allergen
The natural blood group antibodies are also called as ...
Exaggerated immune response to relatively harmless environmental antigens is termed as
This procedure involves repeated intradermal injection of very diluted allergen to make him less sensitive to allergy
Failure of the normal mechanisms of self-tolerance results in reactions against one’s own cells and tissues and it is termed as
IgG antibodies formed by repeated injections of allergen are also called as.... antibodies
This disease characterised by malabsorpton syndrome due to sensitivity to gluten containg food items such as wheat, barley etc.
This procedure involves repeated administration of diluted small amount of allergens
This test is done to diagnose autoimmune hemolytic anemia
This is an incomplete antigen that cannot induce immune response on its own
This is smallest unit of antigenicity

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This is the drug of choice in severe type I allergies
This structure comprising of multinucleated giant cells, epitheloid cells, T cells and other cells sorrounding the pathogen is called as
Primary exposure to allergen results in fixing of IgE antibodes to the Fc receptors on mast cells. This phenomenon is called as
This enzyme released from the activated mast cells can be detected within few hours of type I reaction
This is the skin test done to detect type IV allergy to metals like Nickle, Gold etc.
Mismatched blood transfusion will lead to this type of hypersensitivity reaction
severe form of allergy mediated by IgE and degranulation of mast cells is termed as
This is the term that indicates there is a deficiency/decrease in platelet count
Biopsy taken from the indurated lesions in type IV hypesensitivity will show predominance of T cells and ..... cells
Type III hypersensitivity involves deposition of ..... on the tissues
This immunological test is done to measures allergen specific IgE antibodies
This is the primary chemical mediator released by degranulation of mast cells
This condition characterised by butterfly facial rash is an example for type III hypersensitivity reaction
This intradermal skin test is done to know whether a person is exposed to tuberculin antigen previously

29 Clues: This is smallest unit of antigenicity • This is the drug of choice in severe type I allergies • The natural blood group antibodies are also called as ... • This test is done to diagnose autoimmune hemolytic anemia • Type III hypersensitivity involves deposition of ..... on the tissues • In Myasthenia gravis autoantibodies against these receptors are formed • ...

Cells as basic units of life 2024-02-04

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, it stores the cell sap
,a group of cells with the same structure
, a gel-like fluid that house the organelles of a cell
, specialized structures found inside the cell
, important in the process of photosynthesis
,a single cell
, hereditary information
, cells That cover the internal surface of the body
,the building blocks of an organism

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,it generates energy for the cell
,it is shapeless
, many cells
, a group of tissues working together for the same function
, group of organs working together
membrane ,a thin layer of protein that surrounds the cell
, something that can not be seen without a microscope
, it contain a cell wall
, different systems working together to make the organism alive
, specialized cells

Cell Vocabulary 2022-12-06

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complex organelles
protein synthesis
for cell division
selectively permeable
named the cell
lack organelles
movement of materials out of the cell
digests waste
packaging and secreting
storage
all animals are made of cells
energy is released
control center

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diffusion of water
made of one or more cells, life activity
supports and protects
light energy is changed into chemical
a group of tissues
where ribosomes are made
shrinking of cell membrane
holds organelles
transports materials
Envelope surrounds nucleus
a group of cells
all plants are made of cells

25 Clues: storage • digests waste • named the cell • control center • lack organelles • holds organelles • a group of cells • protein synthesis • for cell division • complex organelles • diffusion of water • a group of tissues • energy is released • transports materials • supports and protects • selectively permeable • packaging and secreting • where ribosomes are made • shrinking of cell membrane • ...

Activity Creation A&P 2022-08-23

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produces blood cells
excretes salt and urea
move body and substances
produces gametes
maintains stable internal conditions
transports blood cells and oxygen
cells are made up of molecules
similar types of cells

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slow-acting control system
study of the structure and shape of the body
gas exchange
study of how the body and its parts work
cleanses the body from foreign materials
fast-acting control system
atoms combine to form molecules
different organs working together
flushes waste from the body in urine
break down food
different types of tissues together
many organ systems working together

20 Clues: gas exchange • break down food • produces gametes • produces blood cells • excretes salt and urea • similar types of cells • move body and substances • slow-acting control system • fast-acting control system • cells are made up of molecules • atoms combine to form molecules • different organs working together • transports blood cells and oxygen • different types of tissues together • ...

Bio 2023-11-27

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control center
organ systems work together
Organelle packages in which need chemicals for the cell
all animals composed of cells
tiny cell stuctures
type of Eukaryotic cell
discover microorganisms with microscope
concluded all plant tissues were made of cells
gel like substance inside of cells
powerhouse of cell

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spreading molecules around
outer most layer of an animal cell
pro dues proteins
plant cell only
keeps structure
movement of molecules across a cell membrane without energy
has ribosomes
both plant and animal cell
stores water in both kinds of cells
group of tissues that perform similar functions

20 Clues: has ribosomes • control center • plant cell only • keeps structure • pro dues proteins • powerhouse of cell • tiny cell stuctures • type of Eukaryotic cell • spreading molecules around • both plant and animal cell • organ systems work together • all animals composed of cells • outer most layer of an animal cell • gel like substance inside of cells • stores water in both kinds of cells • ...

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Unit of heredity
Jelly-like substance in cells
Complete set of genes
Union of sperm and egg
Powerhouse of the cell
Storage organelle in cells
Genetic makeup
Control center of cell
Protein synthesis site
Different forms of a gene

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Reproductive cell
Change in species over time
Physical expression of genes
Cell division for growth
Genetic material in cells
Fertilized egg cell
Change in DNA sequence
Site of photosynthesis
Carries genetic information
Breaks down waste in cells
DNA carrying structure
Surrounds the cell
Cell division for reproduction
Packages and ships proteins
Basic unit of life

25 Clues: Genetic makeup • Unit of heredity • Reproductive cell • Surrounds the cell • Basic unit of life • Fertilized egg cell • Complete set of genes • Union of sperm and egg • Change in DNA sequence • Powerhouse of the cell • Site of photosynthesis • DNA carrying structure • Control center of cell • Protein synthesis site • Cell division for growth • Genetic material in cells • ...

Vocab Cellular Growth and Reproduction Exam 2022-10-20

Vocab Cellular Growth and Reproduction Exam crossword puzzle

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The phase of the cell cycle in which the cytoplasm divides, producing two daughter cells.
The stage of mitosis in which the chromosomes are lined up in the middle of the cell.
A set of organs working together for a common function.
A stem cell that is partially differentiated and can become certain types of cells.
An undifferentiated cell that can become a specialized cell.
Programmed cell death in which enzymes are used to kill cells by the cell itself.
A repeated pattern of cell growth and division that occurs in eukaryotic cells.
The longest phase of the cell cycle in which the cell grows.
A set of tissues working together for a common function.
A tumor in which the cells might break away and move to other parts where they might form more tumors.
A group of cells working together for a common function.
The structures that attach to the centromere of the chromosomes during cellular division.
Clumps of cancerous cells that divide uncontrollably.
The stage of interphase in which DNA replication occurs.
One half of a duplicated chromosome.

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A tumor in which the cells remain clustered together and and usually easily removed.
The amount of space an object takes up.
A process in which cells change in order to have specialized functions.
The stage of mitosis in which the chromosomes condense and the spindle fibers attach.
The center of the chromosome where the two sister chromatids are attached.
The end of the DNA molecule.
The stage of mitosis in which the sister chromatids are separated from one another.
A section of DNA that codes for specific proteins to be made.
The most basic unit of life.
Uncontrolled cellular division.
The process by which cancer might spread from one location to another.
A chemical that has been shown to cause cancer by mutating DNA.
The stage of mitosis in which the chromosomes start to decondense and the nuclear membranes reform.
In plant cells, a cell ___ forms during cytokinesis.
Cellular division of the nucleus of the cell.
The condensed DNA found as a pair of homologs.
A stem cell that can become any type of cell.
At the end of the cell cycle ___ new daughter cells are formed.
In animal cells, a _____ furrow forms during cytokinesis.

34 Clues: The end of the DNA molecule. • The most basic unit of life. • Uncontrolled cellular division. • One half of a duplicated chromosome. • The amount of space an object takes up. • Cellular division of the nucleus of the cell. • A stem cell that can become any type of cell. • The condensed DNA found as a pair of homologs. • In plant cells, a cell ___ forms during cytokinesis. • ...

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Another name for cells that are found throughout the body
Phase of mitosis when chromosomes are first visible under the microscope
Mitotic cell division produces genetically____ daughter cells
Phase of mitosis when sister chromatids separate away from each other
DNA that is compacted, condensed, and visible in cells
A___ chromosomes has two sister chromatids
The area where duplicated chromosomes are joined
The phase when division of cytoplasm occurs

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Cytokinesis in animal cells occurs by formation of a cleavage
Phase of mitosis when two nuclear membranes are forming
Cytokinesis in plant cells occurs by formation of a cell
The structure that pulls/pushes chromosomes within a dividing cell
After prophase, chromosomes will line up at the cell equator or____ plate
The thread like form of DNA found during interphase
The number of daughters cells resulting from a mitotic division
A diploid cell produces __ daughter cells through mitotic division
The very specific phase (spell out name) when DNA replication occurs

17 Clues: A___ chromosomes has two sister chromatids • The phase when division of cytoplasm occurs • The area where duplicated chromosomes are joined • The thread like form of DNA found during interphase • DNA that is compacted, condensed, and visible in cells • Phase of mitosis when two nuclear membranes are forming • Cytokinesis in plant cells occurs by formation of a cell • ...

Exam 3 Review CrossWord 2024-10-28

Exam 3 Review CrossWord crossword puzzle

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The structure that pulls/pushes chromosomes within a dividing cell
The area where the duplicated chromosomes are joined
After prophase, chromosomes will line up at the cell equator or____ plate
DNA that is compacted, condensed and visible in cells
Phase of mitosis when two nuclear membranes are forming
Phase of mitosis when sister chromatids separate away from each other.
The thread like form of DNA found during interphase
Cytokinesis in plant cells occurs by formation of a cell

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The very specific phase (spell out name) when DNA replication occurs
Mitotic cell division produces genetically____ daughter cells
Another name for cells that are found throughout the body
The phase when division of cytoplasm occurs
The number of daughters cells resulting from a mitotic division
Phase of mitosis when chromosomes are first visible under the microscope
Cytokinesis in animal cells occurs by formation of a cleavage
A diploid cell produces __ daughter cells through mitotic division
A___ chromosomes has two sister chromatids Replicated

17 Clues: The phase when division of cytoplasm occurs • The thread like form of DNA found during interphase • The area where the duplicated chromosomes are joined • DNA that is compacted, condensed and visible in cells • A___ chromosomes has two sister chromatids Replicated • Phase of mitosis when two nuclear membranes are forming • ...

Year 7 Science - Cells 2025-09-19

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The type of specialized plant cell that takes in water and nutrients from the soil.
system A group of organs all doing the same job
What the mitochondria uses to make energy
A type of specialised animal cell that allows the organism to move
The type of specialized animal cell that gives the organism stability and protects important organs
The basic building block of all organisms
A gel-like substance outside the nucleus where chemical reactions happen
A group of organs all doing the same job
Cell type with a round or oval shape
A group of cells all doing the same job

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Part of plant cells where photosynthesis happens
Part of cells that create energy
A group of tissue all doing the same job
A stiff surface that helps plant cells maintain their shape
Cells with a specific function, like nerve
Cell type with a cell wall, chloroplasts and vacuole
Part of cells that control what comes in and out of the cell
Part of cells that control cell activity and contain DNA

18 Clues: Part of cells that create energy • Cell type with a round or oval shape • A group of cells all doing the same job • A group of tissue all doing the same job • A group of organs all doing the same job • What the mitochondria uses to make energy • The basic building block of all organisms • Cells with a specific function, like nerve • ...

Final Puzzle 2021-06-05

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cells Some cells can change into other kinds of cells
a group of organisms of the same species
energy living
The reactions organisms use to get
respiration plants and animals both perform
All humans start as a single fertilized egg
Your body can break up the proteins
plants makes glucose with process

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and use those to build the proteins
traits are passed from parents to offspring through DNA.
is also a glucose polymer
The process of stem cells becoming different cells.
store energy is molecules
Movement glucose moves from a plants leaves to all of its cells.
is the mass of organisms in a given area
a characteristic or condition

16 Clues: energy living • is also a glucose polymer • store energy is molecules • a characteristic or condition • plants makes glucose with process • The reactions organisms use to get • and use those to build the proteins • Your body can break up the proteins • a group of organisms of the same species • is the mass of organisms in a given area • ...

Life and Cells 2022-08-28

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is a very diverse and is involved in almost everything that happens in a living organism.
are names of organisms with many cells.
a complex organization of nonliving substances that is kept alive by using energy and that has the characteristics of living things.
is the material in a cell that is mostly made up of organic compounds.
are made up of only carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.
are the names of tiny organisms made of only one cell
also call fats, have a structual, communicative transpositive functions.
group of cells that work together

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contain all the instruction that living cells need to make proteins ad maintain life.
ability to do work
made up of three parts, they come from existing cells, we are made up of cells and products of cells, and living things are performed by the cells they are made of.
is hard to define because we know little about spiritual life.
are smaller unite that are essential for single cells.
many cells that live together but can live on their own.
the small structural and functional unit of an organism.
individual form of life such as a plant, animal, or human being.

16 Clues: ability to do work • group of cells that work together • are names of organisms with many cells. • are the names of tiny organisms made of only one cell • are smaller unite that are essential for single cells. • are made up of only carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms. • many cells that live together but can live on their own. • ...

Classification of Organisms Crossword Puzzle 2014-02-20

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All types of this organism are autotrophs
An organism that makes its own food
membrane The outer covering of an animal cell
An organism that eats other organisms
The process that creates food for plants
A word that means one cell
A cell with a nucleus
The process organisms use to multiply
The largest grouping of organisms
Another word for hereditary material

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The science of placing organisms in groups
The structure that holds DNA in Eukaryotic cells
A word that means many cells
Something that is able to grow and reproduce
A cell without a nucleus
Pieces of DNA that you get from your parents
A structure in all cells that makes proteins
Structures in Euakryotic cells
The jelly-like fluid in all cells

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Blood vessel with a thick wall
Number of chambers in the heart
Transported around the body by red blood cells
Produced by some white blood cells
Prevent backflow
Gives red blood cells their colour
Plasma carries _________ around the body
Responsible for clotting
Blood vessel with a thin wall

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Lower chambers of the heart
Enters blood as it cycles around the body, exits in the lungs
Thicker side of the heart
White blood cells ______ invading microorganisms
A group of cells with a similar structure and a specific function
Blood vessel that is one cell thick
Large blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
The heart is a type of ______
Place fingers on wrist to measure this
Plasma is the ______ part of blood

19 Clues: Prevent backflow • Responsible for clotting • Thicker side of the heart • Lower chambers of the heart • The heart is a type of ______ • Blood vessel with a thin wall • Blood vessel with a thick wall • Number of chambers in the heart • Produced by some white blood cells • Gives red blood cells their colour • Plasma is the ______ part of blood • Blood vessel that is one cell thick • ...

Chapter 33 2019-11-25

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small bud of organism that pinches off and swims away
tough, flexible fibers that make up skeleton of sponge
cup jellies
large opening of sponge where filtered water leaves
outer layer of cells
flagellated cells that line interior of sponge cylinder
vase shaped form of cnidarian that is sessile
when triggered shoots long filament into prey
region of jelly between the epidermis and gastrodermis
box jellies
small pores lining the side of sponge

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hydra
cells that resemble amoeba that deliver nutrients in sponge
specialized cells used for defense and capturing prey
food filled ball that will reform into a sponge
inner layer of cells lining gastrovascular cavity
comb jellies
sea anemones and sea corals
bell shaped structure of cnidarian designed for swimming

19 Clues: hydra • cup jellies • box jellies • comb jellies • outer layer of cells • sea anemones and sea corals • small pores lining the side of sponge • vase shaped form of cnidarian that is sessile • when triggered shoots long filament into prey • food filled ball that will reform into a sponge • inner layer of cells lining gastrovascular cavity • ...

Living things and the Evironment 2023-03-09

Living things and the Evironment crossword puzzle

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The community plus biotic and abiotic factors
The process by which offspring get traits from parents
Reproduction that involves organisms combining DNA
All new cells are produced from _______ cells
Cells are the basic units of structure and function
A response to a stimulus that is inborn
Reproduction where there is only one parent
Living and once-lived
The tool that helped scientists discover cells

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All of the populations in an area
Some traits are dominant, others are _______
Members of one species living together
A living thing.
The things an organism needs to survive
The environment that meets the organism's needs
The study of how organisms interact
Never lived
Population sizes can change due to ____ and deaths
All living things are made of_____

19 Clues: Never lived • A living thing. • Living and once-lived • All of the populations in an area • All living things are made of_____ • The study of how organisms interact • Members of one species living together • The things an organism needs to survive • A response to a stimulus that is inborn • Reproduction where there is only one parent • ...

Cells as basic units of life 2024-02-04

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, it stores the cell sap
,a group of cells with the same structure
, a gel-like fluid that house the organelles of a cell
, specialized structures found inside the cell
, important in the process of photosynthesis
,a single cell
, hereditary information
, cells That cover the internal surface of the body
,the building blocks of an organism

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,it generates energy for the cell
,it is shapeless
, many cells
, a group of tissues working together for the same function
, group of organs working together
membrane ,a thin layer of protein that surrounds the cell
, something that can not be seen without a microscope
, it contain a cell wall
, different systems working together to make the organism alive
, specialized cells

Cardiovascular system 2023-03-22

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platelets
fluid portion of blood
red blood cells
person trained to draw blood from patient
type of connective tissue
protein the body produces to "attack" any foreign material
percent of blood and plasma (interchangeable with PCV)
protein combined with oxygen
formation of all blood cells
determines percentages of blood
formation of thrombocytes
include antibodies and transport proteins

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required for blood clotting
white blood cells
low in oxygen, dark red
blood collected from superficial vein
formation of erythrocytes
oxygen level with plenty of oxygen, bright red
machine separates cells and plasma
decrease in the oxygen carrying capacity of the RBC

20 Clues: platelets • red blood cells • white blood cells • fluid portion of blood • low in oxygen, dark red • formation of erythrocytes • type of connective tissue • formation of thrombocytes • required for blood clotting • protein combined with oxygen • formation of all blood cells • determines percentages of blood • machine separates cells and plasma • blood collected from superficial vein • ...

Musculoskeletal System 2023-12-08

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The smallest functional contractile unit of muscle
Used to make red and white blood cells
Type of Voluntary muscle
Group of Sarcomeres
Carries Nutrients
Mineral Matrix
Helping with shock
Used to Structure the bone
Muscle filament
group of Myofibers
29.6% of Bone
group of Myofibril
Bone cells

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Muscle filament
Bone Remodeling cells
Bone Making Cells
65% of bone
Type of organ lining muscle
Surrounds the muscle
Largest bone in body
Smallest bone in body
Used as a shock absorber filled with holes
Surrounds the Fasicles
Type of Heart Muscle

24 Clues: Bone cells • 65% of bone • 29.6% of Bone • Mineral Matrix • Muscle filament • Muscle filament • Bone Making Cells • Carries Nutrients • Helping with shock • group of Myofibers • group of Myofibril • Group of Sarcomeres • Surrounds the muscle • Largest bone in body • Type of Heart Muscle • Bone Remodeling cells • Smallest bone in body • Surrounds the Fasicles • Type of Voluntary muscle • ...

Buford HOSA Crossword 2023-09-19

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meaning cancer
cancer of the blood cells
group of abnormal cells that form in the body
cancer located in the ovaries
cancer located in the breast
cancer located in the brain
cancer involved in the lymph cells
cancer located in your lungs
new growth
drug treatment to kill cancer cells
cancer in the adrenal glands

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cancer located in the prostate
study of cancer
tumors that are cancerous and spread
connective tissue cancer
cancer located in the mouth
symptoms of cancer have disappeared
skin cancer involved with melanocytes
spreading to other sites of the body
tumors that do not spread

20 Clues: new growth • meaning cancer • study of cancer • connective tissue cancer • cancer of the blood cells • tumors that do not spread • cancer located in the mouth • cancer located in the brain • cancer located in the breast • cancer located in your lungs • cancer in the adrenal glands • cancer located in the ovaries • cancer located in the prostate • cancer involved in the lymph cells • ...

DENT 1059 Clinic Support Test #3 Review 2024-11-20

DENT 1059 Clinic Support Test #3 Review crossword puzzle

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what B lymphocytes are triggered to create
out of body cause
leukocytes that chew up invaders
immunity from the placenta
immune system proteins
leukocytes that fight bacteria
fever
indication of a disease
where lymphocytes go to mature into T cells
immunity developed over a lifetime
natural immunity
bacteria found with high sugar intake
dissolution of calcium and phosphate

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white blood cells
red blood cells
disease causing foreign substances
where B and T cells begin
bacteria transmitted by mother's saliva
caused by ongoing stimulus
immunity present at birth
prism changed by fluoride

21 Clues: fever • red blood cells • natural immunity • white blood cells • out of body cause • immune system proteins • indication of a disease • where B and T cells begin • immunity present at birth • prism changed by fluoride • immunity from the placenta • caused by ongoing stimulus • leukocytes that fight bacteria • leukocytes that chew up invaders • disease causing foreign substances • ...

Vocab Choice Board 2024-12-19

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Helps create genetically differnt
two identical halves
reproductive cells
Barrel Shaped
help the cells in cell division
last phase
2nd phase
Cells formed after meiosis
3rd phase
1st phase
Reproduction made without mate

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Cell Duplication
Cell grows and divides
two complete sets of chromosomes
4th phase
Reproduction made with mate
lowers the number of chromosomes
Egg
Product of production
similar but not identical genes
cells formed after mitosis
Where DNA is Located
spilts gentic material
Single Set
Normal Phase
condensed structure made up of DNA
Group of basic proteins

27 Clues: Egg • 4th phase • 2nd phase • 3rd phase • 1st phase • last phase • Single Set • Normal Phase • Barrel Shaped • Cell Duplication • reproductive cells • two identical halves • Where DNA is Located • Product of production • Cell grows and divides • spilts gentic material • Group of basic proteins • cells formed after mitosis • Cells formed after meiosis • Reproduction made with mate • ...

Healing 2023-05-18

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The layer of cells that hold organisms together
This type of blood cell carries oxygen through the body
The groups of cells that work together to move parts of the body
This system is a system of nerves that send messages to your brain and back agin. The spinal cord is also part of this system
The fluid in organisms that carries oxygen to all parts of the body
This is the stuff inside your bone. It has nerves and blood cells
These cells are wht the nervous system is made up of

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This rubbery substance is on your joints to stop them from getting damaged
A group of cells that work together as one part of a living organism
These blood cells block blood from flowing out of small cuts and scratches
A type of cell found in most parts of your body. They detcet heat, tough, smell, sight and hearing
A part that is made up of other parts
These blood cells, although uncommon, fight infection and can create antibodies
How something works
The compact group of cells that hold organisms together
Microscopic structures that make up living things

16 Clues: How something works • A part that is made up of other parts • The layer of cells that hold organisms together • Microscopic structures that make up living things • These cells are wht the nervous system is made up of • This type of blood cell carries oxygen through the body • The compact group of cells that hold organisms together • ...

Developmental biology 2022-03-28

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an embryo undergoing the process of neurulation can be called as
dorsolateral pathway mainly leads to formation of
cells that attach to the notochord during neural plate folding
absence of Kit protein can lead to
in adult mammals, the nerve cord becomes
this protein establishes a secondary signalling centre in the floor plate
somites are formed from this layer of mesoderm
lumen of the neural tube forms this part of the brain
protein responsible for differentiation of ectoderm in to the three different layers

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neural crest cells that form the wall of large arteries
cells that are present at the junction of surface ectoderm cells and neural tube cells
structure that becomes the nerve cord
Foxd3 inhibits expression of this protein in the glial precursor cells
chordamesoderm forms the
failure of the neural tube to close can lead to
failure of sacral and vagal neural crest cells to migrate can lead to
Nervous system originates from this germ layer

17 Clues: chordamesoderm forms the • absence of Kit protein can lead to • structure that becomes the nerve cord • in adult mammals, the nerve cord becomes • somites are formed from this layer of mesoderm • Nervous system originates from this germ layer • failure of the neural tube to close can lead to • dorsolateral pathway mainly leads to formation of • ...

Cell Puzzle 2022-10-24

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single celled organelles
single celled organelles
The square cell
These cells are specialized for contraction
the rounder cell
are organisms whose cells have a nucleus enclosed within a nuclear envelope.
single celled organelles
study cork
study pond water
These cells are specialized for communication
an organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur

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It synthesizes lipids, phospholipids as in plasma membranes, and steroids.
mostly free-living organisms often consisting of one biological cell.
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.
produce proteins for the rest of the cell to function
a single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles
the smallest living thing
a biological membrane that separates and protects the interior of all cells from the outside environment
single celled organelles
study plant cells

20 Clues: study cork • The square cell • the rounder cell • study pond water • study plant cells • single celled organelles • single celled organelles • single celled organelles • single celled organelles • the smallest living thing • These cells are specialized for contraction • These cells are specialized for communication • produce proteins for the rest of the cell to function • ...

Immunity by Noel 2021-10-18

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- binds to the receptors of helper T-cells to trigger rapid mitosis.
- The first line of defence against antigens.
- B-cells reacts to antigens, giving rise to mitosis. Mitosis results in additional cells and what?
- A phagoyctic cell which consumes cancer and antigen cells. Has antigens on its surface to trigger an adaptive immune system.
- A type of antibody which is artificially produced.
- Serine proteases that activates apoptosis.
- Location where lymphocytes mature into T-cells.

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- Type of cell which become activated after a pathogen infects a cell.
- The result of neturalization, agglunation of microbes and the precipitation of antigens.
- The structure of immunoglobin A.
- B and T cell responses happen ____________.
- The number of days it takes for the body to produce antibodies after the detection of antigens.
- Type of cell which secretes antibodies.
- The B and T cells are connected through what cell?
- A cell type which is similar to its original B cell.
- Y-shaped protein.
- Inactive phase of the memory cells.

17 Clues: - Y-shaped protein. • - The structure of immunoglobin A. • - Inactive phase of the memory cells. • - Type of cell which secretes antibodies. • - Serine proteases that activates apoptosis. • - B and T cell responses happen ____________. • - The first line of defence against antigens. • - Location where lymphocytes mature into T-cells. • ...

Get to Know Immunology Basics 2022-10-03

Get to Know Immunology Basics crossword puzzle

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an immune response that does not involve antibodies but rather involves antigen presenting cells and T-cell lymphocytes
a subtype of a thymus-derived lymphocyte that expresses the co-receptor protein CD4
short DNA sequences that serve as the binding sites and allow for somatic recombination
an immunoglobulin expressed on B cell surfaces
a blood test marker for inflammation in the body
Y-shaped protein used by the immune system to identify and neutralize foreign objects
general designation of many of the different cytokines
leukocytes with multi-lobed nuclei and cytoplasmic granules
an immune cell that links the innate and adaptive arms of the immune system
a medication regimen used to manage and treat human immunodeficiency virus
a molecule that stimulates an immune response by activating leukocytes that fight disease
cell adhesion molecule
crystallized fragment of an antibody
transcription factor expressed in Treg cells that is needed for their function
a lymphocyte subtype that develops and matures in the bone marrow
a virus that attacks the body's immune system and if not treated can lead to AIDS
a cytokine that is critical for immunity against viral infections and is commonly known as type II interferon

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end product of a cascade that can kill pathogens
group of genes that code for proteins found on the surfaces of cells that help the immune system recognize foreign substances
lymphocytes with the effector function of targeting and killing virally infected cells
subpopulation of T cells that suppress immune responses
involved in stimulating B cells to produce antibody against extracellular pathogens
a cell wall component of gram negative bacteria
these are secreted by plasma cells and that function as antibodies in the immune response by binding with specific antigen
repeating molecular patterns on microbes that are recognized by PRRs on immune cells
cell surface ligands for leukocyte integrins
part of an innate immune response that kills infected cells kills by apoptosis
lymphocyte that matures in the thymus
highly pro-inflammatory cytokine produced by macrophages and T cells
reaction which occurs within an organism for the purpose of defending against foreign invaders
receptors on immune cells and epithelial cells that recognize and bind to PAMPs on microbes
transcription factor that helps activate the expression of many pro-inflammatory genes
the end stage of disease in a HIV infection

33 Clues: cell adhesion molecule • crystallized fragment of an antibody • lymphocyte that matures in the thymus • the end stage of disease in a HIV infection • cell surface ligands for leukocyte integrins • an immunoglobulin expressed on B cell surfaces • a cell wall component of gram negative bacteria • end product of a cascade that can kill pathogens • ...

GR. 11 LIFE SCIENCES APRIL 2022 2022-05-02

GR. 11 LIFE SCIENCES APRIL 2022 crossword puzzle

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Curved cells containing chloroplasts that surround a stoma. These cells open and close the stomata(pores)
Inner tissue (parenchyma) of a leaf, containing many chloroplasts. These cells are loosely packed and have many air spaces between them
Space or vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid.
A dense organelle present in most eukaryotic cells, typically a single rounded structure bounded by a double membrane, containing the genetic material.
Stored carbohydrate found in plants
Vascular tissue in plants which conducts sugars and other metabolic products downwards from the leaves.
Photosynthesizing cells containing chloroplasts Plastid in green plant cells which contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place.
An organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the cellular respiration and energy production occur.

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A protective and waxy layer covering the epidermis of a plant
A layer of tall, thin cells containing many chloroplasts found under the upper epidermis of the leaf
Transparent cells found in the outer layer of a plant organ. These cells do not contain chloroplasts.
A simple sugar which is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.
Strand of conducting vessels in the stem or leaves of a plant, typically with phloem on the outside and xylem on the inside.
Opening in the surface of leaves that allows gases to move in and out of the leaf
A large group of organic compounds found in cells, including glucose, sucrose, and starch.
A plastid in green plant cells which contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place.

16 Clues: Stored carbohydrate found in plants • A protective and waxy layer covering the epidermis of a plant • Opening in the surface of leaves that allows gases to move in and out of the leaf • A large group of organic compounds found in cells, including glucose, sucrose, and starch. • ...

Chapter 10 Crossword 2022-11-22

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physician who study’s diseases of blood
absence of spleen
inflammation of the spleen
excision of a lymph node
study of blood
tumor of lymphatic tissue
pertaining to destruction of blood cells
destruction of blood cells

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abnormal reduction of all blood cells
disease of a lymph node
surgical excision of adenoids
increase of red blood cells
formation of red blood cells
pertaining to the spleen
inflammation of adenoids

15 Clues: study of blood • absence of spleen • disease of a lymph node • excision of a lymph node • pertaining to the spleen • inflammation of adenoids • tumor of lymphatic tissue • inflammation of the spleen • destruction of blood cells • increase of red blood cells • formation of red blood cells • surgical excision of adenoids • abnormal reduction of all blood cells • ...

Life and Cells 2022-08-28

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is a very diverse and is involved in almost everything that happens in a living organism.
are names of organisms with many cells.
a complex organization of nonliving substances that is kept alive by using energy and that has the characteristics of living things.
is the material in a cell that is mostly made up of organic compounds.
are made up of only carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.
are the names of tiny organisms made of only one cell
also call fats, have a structual, communicative transpositive functions.
group of cells that work together

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contain all the instruction that living cells need to make proteins ad maintain life.
ability to do work
made up of three parts, they come from existing cells, we are made up of cells and products of cells, and living things are performed by the cells they are made of.
is hard to define because we know little about spiritual life.
are smaller unite that are essential for single cells.
many cells that live together but can live on their own.
the small structural and functional unit of an organism.
individual form of life such as a plant, animal, or human being.

The Immune System 2013-05-16

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Which line of defense consists of imflammation, fever and phagocytes?
Plays the role(s) of defense AND homeostasis.
Specific Immunity
Kills invading cells by drilling a hole in their membrane which allows salt to enter and cause the cell to lyse.
Accumulate as pus at the site of infection.
Ingest tumor cells and cells infected by viruses.
State in which the immune system ability to fight infections and diseases is compromised or entirely absent.
Which line of defense consists of T-cells and B-cells?
Proteins that target viruses and infected cells.
Non-Specific General Defense

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The _ filter bacteria that enters through the nose and mouth.
What keeps humans from getting sick from plants and animals?
Plays a role in the body's defense against infections.
Common chronic inflammatory disease of the airways characterized by varible and recurring symptoms.
There are _ different kinds of T-cells.
Vessels Plays a role in homeostasis.
Which line of defense consists of mechanical and chemical barries?

17 Clues: Specific Immunity • Non-Specific General Defense • Vessels Plays a role in homeostasis. • There are _ different kinds of T-cells. • Accumulate as pus at the site of infection. • Plays the role(s) of defense AND homeostasis. • Proteins that target viruses and infected cells. • Ingest tumor cells and cells infected by viruses. • ...

vitimins and minerals 2015-11-11

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prevents eye problems night blindness
an antioxidant that helps individual cells live longer and protects cells from damage
keeps your immune system strong and helps heal wounds
helps muscles and nerves function
makes red blood cells and it is important for nerve cell function
part of every cell in the body and helps cells function normally
helps the body keep a balance of water in the blood and body tissues
forms collagen a tissue that holds cells together
develops strong bones and teeth

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helps body turn food into energy and helps maintain skin
Important for normal brain and nerve function
helps convert carbohydrates into energy and is necessary for the heart and muscles to work properly
helps red meat carry oxygen to all parts of the body
turnbs carohydrates into energy and produces red blood cells
helps blood clot
strengthens bones by helping the body absorb calcium
helps body make red blood cells also needed to make DNA

17 Clues: helps blood clot • develops strong bones and teeth • helps muscles and nerves function • prevents eye problems night blindness • Important for normal brain and nerve function • forms collagen a tissue that holds cells together • helps red meat carry oxygen to all parts of the body • strengthens bones by helping the body absorb calcium • ...

Meiosis and Mitosis 2025-03-03

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Body cell
Gets ready for mitosis.
How many stages Meiosis has.
Makes gamete cells
Condensed strands of DNA
What are nucleic acids made out of?
No mate needed
G=
Protein origin
DNA shape

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A=
Condensed strands of DNA
46 chromosome pair?
When chromosomes pair up
Makes more of the same cells
C=
Single set of DNA
Germ cells
T=
DeoxyriboNucleic Acid
Needs mate

21 Clues: A= • C= • T= • G= • Body cell • DNA shape • Germ cells • Needs mate • No mate needed • Protein origin • Single set of DNA • Makes gamete cells • 46 chromosome pair? • DeoxyriboNucleic Acid • Gets ready for mitosis. • Condensed strands of DNA • When chromosomes pair up • Condensed strands of DNA • Makes more of the same cells • How many stages Meiosis has. • What are nucleic acids made out of?

cell crossword 2016-12-19

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storage
digests waste and worn out cell parts
when DNA is bound with proteins
basic building blocks of life
bodies- packaging and secreting of proteins
(ATP) energy released
wall- supports and protects(only in plant cells

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control center
holds organelles
cells- have organelles, have a nucleus ex. humans
envelope- surrounds nucleus
light energy is changed to chemiacl energy(photosynthesis)(only in plant cells)
site of protein synthesis
reticulum(ER- TRANSPORT
cells- lack organelles(cell parts), no nucleus ex. bacteria
for cell divison(only in animal cells)

16 Clues: storage • control center • holds organelles • (ATP) energy released • reticulum(ER- TRANSPORT • site of protein synthesis • envelope- surrounds nucleus • basic building blocks of life • when DNA is bound with proteins • digests waste and worn out cell parts • for cell divison(only in animal cells) • bodies- packaging and secreting of proteins • ...

Ch. 8 Vocab 2020-11-05

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:strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells
:unicellular organism that lacks a nucleus
:basic unit of life
:cell organelle that converts the chemical energy stored in food into compounds that are more convenient for the cell to use
:specialized structure that performs important cellular functions within a eukaryotic cell
:internal membrane system found in eukaryotic cells; place where lipid components of the cell membrane are assembled
:diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane
:cell organelle that stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates
:organelle found in cells of plants and some other organisms that captures the energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy
:in cells, the structure that contains the cell's genetic material in the form of DNA
:network of protein filaments within some cells that helps the cell maintain its shape and is involved in many forms of cell movement

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:flexible double-layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane and forms a barrier between the cell and its surroundings
:structure in an animal cell that helps to organize cell division
:in eukaryotic cells, all cellular contents outside the nucleus; in prokaryotic cells, all of the cells' contents
Membrane :thin, flexible barrier around a cell; regulates what enters and leaves the cell
:cell organelle consisting of RNA and protein found throughout the cytoplasm in a cell
:the process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
:organelle in cells that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and other materials from the endoplasmic reticulum for storage in the cell or release outside the cell
:cell organelle that breaks down lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins into small molecules that can be used by the rest of the cell
:organism whose cells contain a nucleus

20 Clues: :basic unit of life • :organism whose cells contain a nucleus • :unicellular organism that lacks a nucleus • :diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane • :strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells • :structure in an animal cell that helps to organize cell division • ...

Cell anatomy 2023-05-08

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structure in a cell that performs a specific function
jelly like substance organelles float in
control center of the cells
protects the outer layer of plant cells
location of photosynthesis
pressure that makes plant cells firm
unicellular organism

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genetic information
building blocks of life
smallest living organism
the powerhouse of the cell
protects animal cells
multicellular organism
distributes substances to outer cell membrane
holds water for plant cell

15 Clues: genetic information • unicellular organism • protects animal cells • multicellular organism • building blocks of life • smallest living organism • the powerhouse of the cell • holds water for plant cell • location of photosynthesis • control center of the cells • pressure that makes plant cells firm • protects the outer layer of plant cells • jelly like substance organelles float in • ...

Amanda’s crossword puzzle 2022-05-31

Amanda’s crossword puzzle crossword puzzle

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what do you call a body cell?
What is the smallest cell in a plant?
what carries oxygen?
What is the most important cell in a plant?
how do cells grow in number?
who discovered cells?
what is tissue?
what is the average number of cells in a body?

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What makes up cells?
what is a cell?
what is the longest cell in the body?
What are germs?
how long do red blood cells live for?
where can you find dna in a cell?
how many different cells types are there?

15 Clues: what is a cell? • What are germs? • what is tissue? • What makes up cells? • what carries oxygen? • who discovered cells? • how do cells grow in number? • what do you call a body cell? • where can you find dna in a cell? • What is the smallest cell in a plant? • what is the longest cell in the body? • how long do red blood cells live for? • how many different cells types are there? • ...

Amanda’s crossword puzzle 2022-05-31

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what do you call a body cell?
What is the smallest cell in a plant?
what carries oxygen?
What is the most important cell in a plant?
how do cells grow in number?
who discovered cells?
what is tissue?
what is the average number of cells in a body?

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What makes up cells?
what is a cell?
what is the longest cell in the body?
What are germs?
how long do red blood cells live for?
where can you find dna in a cell?
how many different cells types are there?

Cell Theory 2022-10-03

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thin, flexible barrier that surrounds all cells
in eukaryotic cells, all cellular contents outside the nucleus, in prokaryotic cells, all of the cells' contents
organism whose cells contain a nucleus
structure in an animal cell that helps to organize cell division
in cells, structure that contains the cells genetic information
basic unit of all forms of life

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strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells
cell organelle that stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates
fundamental concept of biology that states all living things are composed of cells
network of protein filaments in a eukaryotic cell that gives the cell its shape and internal organization and is involved in movement
organism whose cells do not contain a nucleus
organelle found in cells of plants and some other organisms that captures the energy from sunlight and convert it into chemical energy
cell organelle consisting of RNA and protein found throughout the cytoplasm in a cell; the site of protein synthesis
specialized structure that performs important cellular functions

14 Clues: basic unit of all forms of life • organism whose cells contain a nucleus • organism whose cells do not contain a nucleus • thin, flexible barrier that surrounds all cells • strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells • in cells, structure that contains the cells genetic information • ...

Disorders of WBCs and Lymphoid Tissue 2024-03-12

Disorders of WBCs and Lymphoid Tissue crossword puzzle

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WBC <4,000
Cancer of sudden onset that leads to large amounts of immature cells of lymphoid cell lineage
Associated with large, atypical cells
Responsible for fatigue that occurs with leukemia
Can be a normal response of the immune system

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ANC <500 cells
Solid tumors of B cells, T cells, & NK cells
Proliferation of more mature myeloid & lymphoid cells
Invasion of B cells caused by a type of herpesvirus
Classification based on cell lineage & progression rate
Characterized by isolated or widespread lymphadenopathy
Symptoms include fever, sore throat, and lymphadenopathy
Malignancy that affects plasma cells & can cause abnormal proteins in blood & urine

13 Clues: WBC <4,000 • ANC <500 cells • Associated with large, atypical cells • Solid tumors of B cells, T cells, & NK cells • Can be a normal response of the immune system • Responsible for fatigue that occurs with leukemia • Invasion of B cells caused by a type of herpesvirus • Proliferation of more mature myeloid & lymphoid cells • ...

Ch. 8 Vocab 2020-11-05

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:strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells
:unicellular organism that lacks a nucleus
:basic unit of life
:cell organelle that converts the chemical energy stored in food into compounds that are more convenient for the cell to use
:specialized structure that performs important cellular functions within a eukaryotic cell
:internal membrane system found in eukaryotic cells; place where lipid components of the cell membrane are assembled
:diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane
:cell organelle that stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates
:organelle found in cells of plants and some other organisms that captures the energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy
:in cells, the structure that contains the cell's genetic material in the form of DNA
:network of protein filaments within some cells that helps the cell maintain its shape and is involved in many forms of cell movement

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:flexible double-layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane and forms a barrier between the cell and its surroundings
:structure in an animal cell that helps to organize cell division
:in eukaryotic cells, all cellular contents outside the nucleus; in prokaryotic cells, all of the cells' contents
Membrane :thin, flexible barrier around a cell; regulates what enters and leaves the cell
:cell organelle consisting of RNA and protein found throughout the cytoplasm in a cell
:the process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
:organelle in cells that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and other materials from the endoplasmic reticulum for storage in the cell or release outside the cell
:cell organelle that breaks down lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins into small molecules that can be used by the rest of the cell
:organism whose cells contain a nucleus

Science 2023-11-07

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flexible double-layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane and forms a barrier between the cell and its surroundings
strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells
organelle found in cells of plants and some other organisms that captures the energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy
internal membrane system found in eukaryotic cells; place where lipid components of the cell membrane are assembled
unicellular organism that lacks a nucleus
property of biological membranes that allows some substances to pass across it while others cannot; also called semipermeable membrane
Concept that states that all living things are composed of cells; the basic unit of structure, all cells are made from existing cells
in cells, structure that contains the cell's genetic material in the form of DNA
fluid portion of the cell outside the nucleus

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cell organelle that converts the chemical energy stored in food into compounds that are more convenient for the cell to use
cell organelle that stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates
cell organelle consisting of RNA and protein found throughout the cytoplasm in a cell; the site of protein synthesis
basic unit of all forms of life
thin, flexible barrier that surrounds all cells;regulates what enters and leaves the cell
cell organelle that breaks down lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins into small molecules that can be used by the rest of the cell
organism whose cells contain a nucleus
specialized structure that performs important cellular functions within a eukaryotic cell
organelle in cells that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and other materials from the endoplasmic reticulum for storage in the cell or release outside the cell
network of protein filaments in a eukaryotic cell that gives the cell its shape and internal organization and is involved in movement

19 Clues: basic unit of all forms of life • organism whose cells contain a nucleus • unicellular organism that lacks a nucleus • fluid portion of the cell outside the nucleus • strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells • in cells, structure that contains the cell's genetic material in the form of DNA • ...

Medical terminology related to blood 2023-12-09

Medical terminology related to blood crossword puzzle

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A blood protein that stores iron
The most abundant leukocyte in blood
Iron transporter in blood
Production of blood cells
Insufficient oxygen in blood
Another name for red blood cell
The process of stopping bleeding

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The process of red blood cells aggregation
Hormone which stimulates production of red blood cells
Shape of red blood cells
Another name for blood platelet
The process of breaking down blood clot
Fraction of red blood cells in total blood volume
Another name for white blood cell
The molecule inside red blood cells which carry oxygen

15 Clues: Shape of red blood cells • Iron transporter in blood • Production of blood cells • Insufficient oxygen in blood • Another name for blood platelet • Another name for red blood cell • A blood protein that stores iron • The process of stopping bleeding • Another name for white blood cell • The most abundant leukocyte in blood • The process of breaking down blood clot • ...

science rocks 2024-05-16

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The protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen
The liquid component of blood
The blood clotting process
The term for red blood cells
small fragments of cells
Carry blood towards the heart

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makes the blood red
the term for white blood cells
The blood that runs through your veins is a mixture of 4 components
holds the cells DNA
8% of your body weight
little version of veins
the most common type of white blood cells bacteria and viruses
Carry blood away from the heart
shape of the red blood cell

15 Clues: makes the blood red • holds the cells DNA • 8% of your body weight • little version of veins • small fragments of cells • The blood clotting process • shape of the red blood cell • The term for red blood cells • The liquid component of blood • Carry blood towards the heart • the term for white blood cells • Carry blood away from the heart • ...

Cell Crossword Puzzle 2023-10-17

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There are two types of these. One is rough and one is smooth
Where proteins are made
Makes food for plant cells
Helps plant cells keep their shape
Allows objects to enter and exit the cell

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A jelly-like mixture that fills the cell
Produces energy, the "powerhouse"
Animal cells are more ______ than plant cells
organisms made of one cell are called this
Organisms made of multiple cells are called this
Plant cells are this shape
All living things are made of this
Stores food, water and waste
Control center of the cell

14 Clues: Where proteins are made • Plant cells are this shape • Makes food for plant cells • Control center of the cell • Stores food, water and waste • Produces energy, the "powerhouse" • All living things are made of this • Helps plant cells keep their shape • A jelly-like mixture that fills the cell • Allows objects to enter and exit the cell • ...

History of Cell Theory 2023-05-31

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Process by which cells divide to produce new cells.
Cell theorists proposed that all cells come from pre-existing cells.
The control center of the cell that contains genetic material.
Scientist who observed and documented cells for the first time.
The idea that all living organisms are composed of one or more cells.
Small structures within a cell that perform specific functions.
The scientist who developed the cell theory in 1839.
The most important part of a microscope or telescope.
Powerhouse of the cell.

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The study of cells and their functions.
Instrument is used to visualize cells and other microscopic structures.
The jelly-like substance that fills the cell and surrounds the organelles.
Scientists discovered that all plants are made up of cells.
Basic structural and functional unit of life.
The fluid-filled space inside a cell.
MEMBRANE The protective outer covering of a cell.

16 Clues: Powerhouse of the cell. • The fluid-filled space inside a cell. • The study of cells and their functions. • Basic structural and functional unit of life. • MEMBRANE The protective outer covering of a cell. • Process by which cells divide to produce new cells. • The scientist who developed the cell theory in 1839. • The most important part of a microscope or telescope. • ...

Cell vocab 2020-09-22

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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.
system- An organ system is a group of organs that work together as a biological system to perform one or more functions.
the soluble portion of the cytoplasm, which includes molecules and small particles, such as ribosomes, but not the organelles covered with membranes
In biology, the smallest unit that can perform all life processes; cells are covered by a membrane and contain DNA and cytoplasm
theory- the theory that states that all living things are made up of cells, that cells are the basic units of organisms, that each cell in a multicellular organism has a specific job, and that cells come only from existing cells
a group of similar cells that perform a common function
a long, hairlike structure that grows out of a cell and enables the cell to move
membrane- or cell membrane, the cell's outer boundary
vacuole- a large cavity or sac that is found in plant cells or protozoans and that contains air or partially digested food
one of the small bodies that are found in the cytoplasm of a cell and that are specialized to perform a specific function
a green pigment that is present in most plant and algae cells and some bacteria, that gives plants their characteristic green color, and that absorbs light to provide energy for photosynthesis
an organelle that is active during mitosis
a cell organelle that contains digestive enzymes
apparatus- a cell organelle that helps make and package materials to be transported out of the cell
Bilayer- a double layer of phospholipids that makes up plasma and organelle membranes

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one of the small, tubular fibers composed of the protein tubulin that are found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, that compose the cytoskeleton, and that play a role in cell structure and movement
a fiber found inside eukaryotic cells that is composed mainly of the protein actin and that has a role in cell structure and movement
a single-celled organism that does not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles; examples are archaea and bacteria
the region of the cell within the membrane that includes the fluid, the cytoskeleton, and all of the organelles except the nucleus
an organelle of plant cells that contains specific substances and performs specific functions for the cell
envelope- is made up of two lipid bilayer membranes which in eukaryotic cells surrounds the nucleus
a small dense spherical structure in the nucleus of a cell during interphase.
in eukaryotic cells, the cell organelle that is surrounded by two membranes and that is the site of cellular respiration, which produces ATP
a collection of tissues that carry out a specialized function of the body
a membrane system found within chloroplasts that contains the components for photosynthesis
a hairlike structure arranged in tightly packed rows that projects from the surface of some cells
a system of membranes that is found in a cell's cytoplasm and that assists in the production, processing, and transport of proteins and in the production of lipids
in physical science, an atom's central region, which is made up of protons and neutrons
an organism made up of cells that have a nucleus enclosed by a membrane, multiple chromosomes, and a mitotic cycle; eukaryotes include protists, animals, plants, and fungi but not archaea or bacteria
an organelle found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis occurs
in a eukaryotic cell, one of the structures in the nucleus that are made up of DNA and protein; in a prokaryotic cell, the main ring of DNA
the cytoplasmic network of protein filaments that plays an essential role in cell movement, shape, and division
wall- a rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane and provides support to the cell

33 Clues: an organelle that is active during mitosis • a cell organelle that contains digestive enzymes • membrane- or cell membrane, the cell's outer boundary • a group of similar cells that perform a common function • an organelle found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis occurs • a collection of tissues that carry out a specialized function of the body • ...

Histology Terminology 2020-09-10

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type of tissue that is capable of contracting and generating tension in response to stimulation; produces movement.
CT membrane that lines the cavities of freely movable joints, producing synovial fluid for lubrication
outermost embryonic germ layer(epidermis and the nervous tissue)
fine fibrous protein, made of collagen subunits, cross-links to form supporting “nets” within CT
type of tissue that covers or lines body parts, protects body; functions in absorption, transport, and secretion
fluid or semi-fluid portion of matrix
alignment of parallel actin and myosin filaments which form a banded pattern
tissue membrane that lines body cavities and lubricates them with serous fluid
Has a trunk
release of a substance caused by the rupture of a gland cell, which becomes part of the secretion
part of a cell or tissue which faces open space
accidental death of cells and tissues
cartilage cell
point of cell-to-cell contact, connects one cell to another in a tissue
most abundant cell type in CT, secretes protein fibers and matrix into the extracellular space
widening of blood vessels
muscle cells
unicellular gland found in columnar epithelium that secretes mucous
type of tissue that is capable of sending and receiving impulses through electrochemical signals
microscopic study of tissue
Large marsupial
skin; ET made up of a strat squam epi cells that cover the outside of the body
functional cells of a gland or organ
group of cells within the serous membrane that secrete a lubricating substance onto the surface
lipid storage cells
tissue membrane covered by protective mucous, lines tissue exposed to the outside environment

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flexible fibrous proteins, gives CT tensile strength
wound edges are close enough to be brought together and fastened if necessary (quicker and more thorough healing)
release of a substance from a gland via exocytosis
group of cells that secrete mucous which keeps tissues moist; lubricant
mechanically attaches adjacent cells to each other or to the basement membrane
extracellular material which is produced by the cells embedded in it, ground substance + fibers
fibrous protein in CT, contains protein elastin, allows the fibers to stretch and return to original size
Man's best friend
less active form of fibroblast
groups of cells that release chemical signals into the ECF to be transported via blood to target organs
forms an impermeable barrier between cells
middle embryonic germ layer (CT, MT, some ET)
group of cells that are similar in form and perform related functions
areolar connective tissue underlying a mucous membrane
group of epithelial cells that secrete substances through ducts that open to the skin or to internal body surfaces that lead to the exterior of the body
release of a substance along with the apical portion of cell
response of tissue to injury
allows cytoplasmic communications to occur between cells
Flying mammal
wound healing facilitated by wound contraction
supportive neural cells
borders of a wound are physically drawn together
thin extracellular layer under epithelial cells, separates them from other tissues
loss of mass and function
Likes to chase mice
in epithelial tissue, thin layer of fibrous material that anchors epithelium to underlying CT
small spaces in bone or cartilage tissue that cells occupy
programmed cell death
type of tissue that serves to hold in place, connect, and integrate the body’s organs and systems
innermost embryonic germ layer (digestive system and lower respiratory system)

56 Clues: Has a trunk • muscle cells • Flying mammal • cartilage cell • Large marsupial • Man's best friend • Likes to chase mice • lipid storage cells • programmed cell death • supportive neural cells • widening of blood vessels • loss of mass and function • microscopic study of tissue • response of tissue to injury • less active form of fibroblast • functional cells of a gland or organ • ...

Traits Review 2022-01-02

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body cells reproduced from mitosis
cells that have a specific function
Reproductive cells; sperm and egg
The process of reading DNA to make RNA
cell division needed for growth and repair
Resulting cells from meiosis and mitosis
Cell that is divided to make new cells
biomolecules made of amino acid

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Process that creates proteins
Undifferentiated cell
fusion of sperm and egg; makes a zygote
cell division needed for reproduction
The basic physical and functional unit of heredity
The phase that cells spend most of their life
Acid building block of proteins

15 Clues: Undifferentiated cell • Process that creates proteins • Acid building block of proteins • biomolecules made of amino acid • Reproductive cells; sperm and egg • body cells reproduced from mitosis • cells that have a specific function • cell division needed for reproduction • The process of reading DNA to make RNA • Cell that is divided to make new cells • ...

Unit 3 Crossword 2025-04-11

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An extracellular enzyme chiefly for hydrolysis of nutrient macromolecules that are otherwise impervious to the cell membrane.
relative capacity of a pathogen to invade and harm host cells
state of being inactive
Patches of lymphatic tissue containing B and T cells that underlie the surface of most mucosal surfaces in the body.
plasmalike fluid carried by lymphatic cirrculation
microbe passes host defense
Regulatory chemical released by cells of the immune system that serves as signal between different cells.
Butterfly-shaped organ near the tip of the sternum that is the site of T-cell maturation.
third line of defense
infection spreads to several sites and tissue
period from the initial contact with an infectious agent to the appearance of the first symptom
Molecules on the surfaces of many types of microbes that are not present on host cells that mark the microbes as foreign.
leukocyte (white blood cell) having globular, nonlobed nuclei and lacking prominent cytoplasmic granules.
Bacterial toxins that are potent stimuli for T cells and can be a factor in diseases such as toxic shock
immunity that arises naturally in an organism via previous experience with the antigen.
first line and second line of defense
disease communication, the natural host or habitat of a pathogen.
chemical class of proteins to which antibodies belong
Patches of lymphatic tissue containing B and T cells that underlie the surface of many skin surfaces in the body.
Enzymes secreted by cytotoxic T cells that damage proteins of target cells.
observed by others
large amount of white blood cells
progresses and persistent infection
Proteins released by cytotoxic T cells that produce pores in target cells
pus formers:pneumococci, streptococci, staphylococci, and neisseriae.
evidence of disease sense by patient
Originating outside the body.

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ability of the body to recognize and react with multiple foreign substances
Oblong lymphoid aggregates of the gut located chiefly in the wall of the terminal and small intestine.
serum protein components that act in a definite sequence when set in motion either by an antigen-antibody complex or by factors of the alternative (properdin) pathway
Immunity acquired through direct stimulation of the immune system by antigen.
incomplete or partial antigen
process by which the various types of blood cells are formed, such as in the bone marrow.
neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils.
swelling, redness post trauma
enzyme found in sweat, tears, and saliva that breaks down bacterial peptidoglycan.
An infection that produces no noticeable symptoms even though the microbe is active in the host tissue.
any cell, particle, or chemical that induces a specific immune response by B cells or T cells and can stimulate resistance to an infection or a toxin
A specific chemical product of microbes, plants, and some animals that is poisonous to other organisms.
precise molecular group of an antigen that defines its specificity and triggers the immune response.
antigen that is present in some but not all members of the same species.
microbes gain a more stable foothold at the portal of entry
microbes found on/in normal human
hazardous, outmoded process of deliberately introducing smallpox material scraped from a victim into the nonimmune subject in the hope of inducing resistance
originating or produced within an organism or one of its parts
comes on rapidly with severe, but short effects
white blood cells capable of engulfing other cells and particles.
A toxin (usually protein) that is secreted and acts upon a specific cellular target.
more than one microbe infection
A collection of monocytes and macrophages scattered throughout the extracellular spaces that function to engulf and degrade foreign molecules.

50 Clues: observed by others • third line of defense • state of being inactive • microbe passes host defense • incomplete or partial antigen • swelling, redness post trauma • Originating outside the body. • more than one microbe infection • microbes found on/in normal human • large amount of white blood cells • progresses and persistent infection • evidence of disease sense by patient • ...

Oncology 2025-05-29

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Tumor Marker
One of the ways to treat TLS
Cancer Staging System
Low number of white blood cells
Where blood cells are made
Therapy Name of treatment that targets a cell
Inherited gene that causes breast cancer
How cancer is diagnosed

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Caused by cells growing out of control
Causes hemorrhagic cystitis
Damages healthy and cancer cells
Increases risk of breast cancer
Exposure Increases risk of many cancers
Increases risk of head and neck cancer
Best way to prevent infections
Name for cells that break apart

16 Clues: Tumor Marker • Cancer Staging System • How cancer is diagnosed • Where blood cells are made • Causes hemorrhagic cystitis • One of the ways to treat TLS • Best way to prevent infections • Increases risk of breast cancer • Low number of white blood cells • Name for cells that break apart • Damages healthy and cancer cells • Caused by cells growing out of control • ...

Cell anatomy 2023-05-08

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structure in a cell that performs a specific function
jelly like substance organelles float in
control center of the cells
protects the outer layer of plant cells
location of photosynthesis
pressure that makes plant cells firm
unicellular organism

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genetic information
building blocks of life
smallest living organism
the powerhouse of the cell
protects animal cells
multicellular organism
distributes substances to outer cell membrane
holds water for plant cell

CELLULAR STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION 2019-12-10

CELLULAR STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION crossword puzzle

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CELLS HAVE THREE MAIN REGIONS; NUCLEUS, PLASMA MEMBRANES AND _____.
CELL THAT CARRIES OXYGEN IN THE BLOOD.
DNA CONSTITUTES THE GENES, WHICH CARRY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BUILDING PROTEINS.
acid WHAT IS THE BLUEPRINT THAT CONTAINS ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS NEEDED FOR BUILDING THE WHOLE BODY?
ITS FUNCTION IS TO "DISARM" DANGEROUS FREE RADICALS.
PROCESS OF DIVIDING A NUCLEUS INTO TWO DAUGHTER NUCLEI WITH EXACTLY THE SAME GENES AS THE "MOTHER" NUCLEUS.
SITE OF AEROBIC RESPIRATION AND ATP SYNTHESIS, POWERHOUSE OF THE CELL.
THE SEMITRANSPARENT FLUID THAT SUSPENDS THE OTHER ELEMENTS.
IT GENERATES MICROTUBULES AND DIRECTS THE FORMATION OF THE MITOTIC SPINDLE DURING CELL DIVISION.
THE NUCLEUS CONTAINS ONE OR MORE SMALL, DARK-STAINING, ESSENTIALLY ROUND BODIES CALLED _____.
destruct A CELL THAT HAS LOST OR EJECTED ITS NUCLEUS IS DESTINED TO _____.
________ SOLUTIONS HAVE THE SAME SOLUTE AND WATER CONCENTRATIONS AS CELLS DO.
SITES OF INTRACELLULAR DIGESTION. THE "STOMACH" OF THE CELL.

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'HEADQUARTERS' OR THE CONTROL CENTER FOR CELLS.
CELLS EAT BY PHAGOCYTOSIS AND DRINK BY A FORM OF ENDOCYTOSIS CALLED ______.
THE MECHANISM THAT CELLS USE TO ACTIVELY SECRETE HORMONES, MUCUS, AND OTHER CELL PRODUCTS OR TO EJECT CERTAIN CELLULAR WASTES.
PLASMA MEMBRANE CONSISTS OF TWO _______(FAT)LAYERS ARRANGED "TAIL TO TAIL",WITH CHOLESTEROL AND FLOATING PROTEINS SCATTERED AMONG THEM.
A LOLLIPOP-SHAPED PHOSPHOLIPIDS THAT ARE ATTRACTED TO WATER.
_____ HAPPENS WHEN SUGAR GROUP ATTACHED IN SOME PHOSPHOLIPIDS.
A SOLUTION THAT CONTAINS MORE SOLUTES, OR DISSOLVED SUBSTANCES, THAN THERE ARE INSIDE THE CELLS - THE BEGIN TO SHRINK.
THEY PREVENT CELLS SUBJECTED TO MECHANICAL STRESS FROM BEING PULLED APART.
A FUZZY, STICKY, SUGAR-RICH AREA OF CELL SURFACE CALLED _____.
DIVISION OF CYTOPLASM, USUALLY BEGINS DURING LATE ANAPHASE AND COMPLETES DURING TELOPHASE.
________ IS THE NUCLEAR MEMBRANE THAT ENCLOSES A JELLYLIKE FLUID.
______ IS WHEN A CELL IS DIVIDING TO FORM TWO DAUGHTER CELLS, THE CHROMATIN THREADS COIL AND CONDENSE TO FORM DENSE,RODLIKE BODIES.
USUALLY FOUND ON THE SURFACE OF CELLS ACTIVE IN ABSORPTION SUCH AS INTESTINAL AND KIDNEY TUBULES CELLS.
CELLS OF REPRODUCTION.
THE SITES OF PROTEIN SYNTHESIS.
DIFFUSION OF WATER THROUGH A SPECIFIC CHANNEL PROTEIN.
membrane THE FLEXIBLE _______ IS A FRAGILE, TRANSPARENT BARRIER THAT CONTAINS THE CELL CONTENTS.

30 Clues: CELLS OF REPRODUCTION. • THE SITES OF PROTEIN SYNTHESIS. • CELL THAT CARRIES OXYGEN IN THE BLOOD. • 'HEADQUARTERS' OR THE CONTROL CENTER FOR CELLS. • ITS FUNCTION IS TO "DISARM" DANGEROUS FREE RADICALS. • DIFFUSION OF WATER THROUGH A SPECIFIC CHANNEL PROTEIN. • THE SEMITRANSPARENT FLUID THAT SUSPENDS THE OTHER ELEMENTS. • ...

Heme/ Onc 2024-09-03

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condition marked by a low number of neutrophils
fragments derived from megakaryocytes involved in clotting
blood cells with a bilobed nucleus, involved in allergic responses
molecule in red blood cells that binds oxygen
clotting factor that helps stabilize the formation of fibrin
of T cell maturation
primary protein involved in blood clotting
fluid portion of blood, lacking clotting factors
produced by the kidneys that stimulates red blood cell production
of the coagulation cascade involving tissue factor
waste product transported by erythrocytes
white blood cells responsible for destroying pathogens through engulfing
cells target virus-infected and cancerous cells
yellowish liquid portion of blood that contains proteins and nutrients
hereditary clotting disorder characterized by Factor VIII deficiency
that release histamine in allergic reactions
cell fragments that play a role in blood clotting
blood cell that differentiates into macrophages
of immune response that involves B cells producing antibodies
characterized by a lack of red blood cells
disc-shaped blood cells without a nucleus
lymphatic tissue in the small intestine involved in monitoring bacteria

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cellular component of blood responsible for oxygen transport
condition characterized by a high number of red blood cells
that converts carbon dioxide into bicarbonate
that regulates platelet production
used to measure the extrinsic and common coagulation pathways
fluid containing white blood cells, proteins, and electrolytes
factor that converts prothrombin to thrombin
that helps maintain osmotic pressure in blood plasma
test that evaluates the intrinsic pathway
by which blood is formed in the bone marrow
characterized by an abnormally high white blood cell count
white blood cell, abundant in bacterial infections
lymph capillaries in the intestines that absorb fats
that plays a role in breaking down blood clots
organ responsible for filtering blood and immune surveillance
in which the body’s immune system attacks its own cells
in which a cell engulfs pathogens or debris
of white blood cell responsible for antibody production

40 Clues: of T cell maturation • that regulates platelet production • test that evaluates the intrinsic pathway • waste product transported by erythrocytes • disc-shaped blood cells without a nucleus • primary protein involved in blood clotting • characterized by a lack of red blood cells • by which blood is formed in the bone marrow • in which a cell engulfs pathogens or debris • ...

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