cells Crossword Puzzles

Bio Chapter 5 Vocab - Bella Gorena 2025-01-08

Bio Chapter 5 Vocab - Bella Gorena crossword puzzle
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  1. The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane.
  2. Transports compounds around the cell and helps maintains the cell's shape; is studded with ribosomes and processes the proteins made by ribosomes.
  3. Describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membranebound organelles.
  4. The movement of substances across a cell membrane without the need for energy.
  5. Describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membranebound organelles.
  6. The membranebound region of a eukaryotic cell that contains the genetic material.
  7. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is greater than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
  8. A nonpigmented cellular organelle found in plant cells whose functions include storing starches, lipids, and proteins.
  9. 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.
  10. The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles.
  11. 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.
  12. The movement of substances across a cell membrane from regions of low concentration to regions of low concentration to regions of high concentration by any means that requires the use of energy.
  13. A whiplike cellular organelle similar in structure to a cillium but longer and used primarily for movement in many bacteria.
  14. A cellular organism that functions in the organization of microtubules.
  15. A group of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function.
  16. The cellular organelle that directs the proteinbuilding process.
  17. A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes.
  18. A spherical structure within a eukaryotic cell's nucleus where the ribosomes are manufactured.
  19. The internal balance within the systems of living organisms that must be kept stable in order to maintain life.
  20. A protective coating found outside the cell walls of many bacteria.
  21. A thin layer of phospholids and proteins that defines the boundary of a cell.
  22. The pressure exerted by water in a full central vacuole upon the cytoplasm and cell membrane of a plant cell; maintains plant rigidity.
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  1. The cellular organelle in which aerobic respiration takes place to release energy from food
  2. The genetic material of eukaryotic cells consisting of DNA and associated proteins.
  3. A rigid structure made by cells of plants, fungi, and most bacteria to surround the cell membrane.
  4. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is equal to the solute concentration in the cytoplasm in a cell.
  5. The structure within cells that helps define their shape, maintains internal organization, and aids in division and movement
  6. Transports compounds around the cell and helps maintain the cell's shape; processes fats and breaks down toxic substances in liver cells.
  7. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is less than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
  8. An organism consisting of two or more cells and whose cells may not live independently apart from the organism.
  9. A type of passive transport in which substances can move across a cell membrane through special protein channels embedded in the membrane.
  10. A group of cells that are specialized to perform a particular function.
  11. A stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast.
  12. The diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane.
  13. The non membranebound region in prokaryotic cells that contains most of the genetic material.
  14. A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process inhibits the process itself.
  15. the cellular organelle that processes and packages proteins in preparation for secreting them from a cell
  16. A cellular organelle found in plant cells that contains the pigment chlorophyll and is the site where photosynthesis takes place.
  17. A short, hairlike extension of a cell used either for movement or as a sensory organelle.
  18. Structures found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform the various functions cells need to stay alive.
  19. An organism consisting of only one cell.
  20. A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process enhances the process itself.
  21. An organelle in plant cells that holds materials and helps maintain the cell's shape through turgor pressure.
  22. A structure made of two or more tissues that work together to perform a particular function.

44 Clues: An organism consisting of only one cell. • A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes. • A stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast. • The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles. • The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane. • The cellular organelle that directs the proteinbuilding process. • ...

Bio Chapter 5 Vocab 2025-01-08

Bio Chapter 5 Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane.
  2. Transports compounds around the cell and helps maintains the cell's shape; is studded with ribosomes and processes the proteins made by ribosomes.
  3. Describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membranebound organelles.
  4. The movement of substances across a cell membrane without the need for energy.
  5. Describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membranebound organelles.
  6. The membranebound region of a eukaryotic cell that contains the genetic material.
  7. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is greater than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
  8. A nonpigmented cellular organelle found in plant cells whose functions include storing starches, lipids, and proteins.
  9. 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.
  10. The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles.
  11. 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.
  12. The movement of substances across a cell membrane from regions of low concentration to regions of low concentration to regions of high concentration by any means that requires the use of energy.
  13. A whiplike cellular organelle similar in structure to a cillium but longer and used primarily for movement in many bacteria.
  14. A cellular organism that functions in the organization of microtubules.
  15. A group of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function.
  16. The cellular organelle that directs the proteinbuilding process.
  17. A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes.
  18. A spherical structure within a eukaryotic cell's nucleus where the ribosomes are manufactured.
  19. The internal balance within the systems of living organisms that must be kept stable in order to maintain life.
  20. A protective coating found outside the cell walls of many bacteria.
  21. A thin layer of phospholids and proteins that defines the boundary of a cell.
  22. The pressure exerted by water in a full central vacuole upon the cytoplasm and cell membrane of a plant cell; maintains plant rigidity.
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  1. The cellular organelle in which aerobic respiration takes place to release energy from food
  2. The genetic material of eukaryotic cells consisting of DNA and associated proteins.
  3. A rigid structure made by cells of plants, fungi, and most bacteria to surround the cell membrane.
  4. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is equal to the solute concentration in the cytoplasm in a cell.
  5. The structure within cells that helps define their shape, maintains internal organization, and aids in division and movement
  6. Transports compounds around the cell and helps maintain the cell's shape; processes fats and breaks down toxic substances in liver cells.
  7. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is less than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
  8. An organism consisting of two or more cells and whose cells may not live independently apart from the organism.
  9. A type of passive transport in which substances can move across a cell membrane through special protein channels embedded in the membrane.
  10. A group of cells that are specialized to perform a particular function.
  11. A stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast.
  12. The diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane.
  13. The non membranebound region in prokaryotic cells that contains most of the genetic material.
  14. A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process inhibits the process itself.
  15. the cellular organelle that processes and packages proteins in preparation for secreting them from a cell
  16. A cellular organelle found in plant cells that contains the pigment chlorophyll and is the site where photosynthesis takes place.
  17. A short, hairlike extension of a cell used either for movement or as a sensory organelle.
  18. Structures found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform the various functions cells need to stay alive.
  19. An organism consisting of only one cell.
  20. A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process enhances the process itself.
  21. An organelle in plant cells that holds materials and helps maintain the cell's shape through turgor pressure.
  22. A structure made of two or more tissues that work together to perform a particular function.

44 Clues: An organism consisting of only one cell. • A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes. • A stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast. • The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles. • The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane. • The cellular organelle that directs the proteinbuilding process. • ...

Ch. 5 Science Bio Vocab 2025-01-08

Ch. 5 Science Bio Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. 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
  2. the internal balance within the systems of living organisms that must be kept stable in order to maintain life.
  3. one of the fundamental models of biology that states that cells are the smallest form of life, come from pre-existing cells, are the basic building block of all life forms, and carry out life processes to maintain homeostasis
  4. the structure within cells that helps define their shape, maintains internal organization, and aids in division and movement
  5. a stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast
  6. a group of cells that live and work together. Unlike a multicellular organism, cells in a colony may break away and survive on their own
  7. structures found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform the various functions cells need to stay alive
  8. the diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane
  9. transports compounds around the cell and helps maintain the cell's shape; processes fats and break down toxic substances in liver cells
  10. describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles
  11. the cellular organelle that directs the protein-building process
  12. a structure made of two or more tissues that work together to perform a particular function
  13. the cellular organelle that processes and packages proteins in preparation for secreting them from a cell
  14. an organism consisting of only one cell
  15. the movement of substances across a cell membrane without the need for energy
  16. the genetic material of eukaryotic cells consisting of DNA and associated proteins
  17. a non-pigmented cellular organelle found in plant cells whose functions include storing starches, lipids, and proteins
  18. a rigid structure made by cells of plants, fungi, and most bacteria to surround the cell membrane
  19. a type of passive transport in which substances can move across a cell membrane through special protein channels embedded in the membrane
  20. a whiplike cellular organelle similar in structure to a cilium but longer and used primarily for movement in many bacteria
  21. a protective coat that surrounds the nucleic acid of a virus
  22. a cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process inhibits the process itself
  23. a spherical structure within a eukaryotic cell's nucleus where ribosomes are manufactured
  24. the cellular organelle in which aerobic respiration takes place to release energy from food
  25. the pressure exerted by water in a full central vacuole upon the cytoplasm and cell membrane of a plant cell; maintains plant rigidity
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  1. a cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process enhances the process itself
  2. a group of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function
  3. transports compounds around the cell and helps maintain the cell's shape; is studded with ribosomes and processes the proteins made by ribosomes
  4. describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membrane-bound organelles
  5. a cellular organelle found in plant cells that contains the pigment chlorophyll and is the site where photosynthesis takes place
  6. the thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles. Also called the cytosol
  7. the non-membrane-bound region in prokaryotic cells that contains most of the genetic material
  8. a cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes
  9. an organism consisting of two or more cells and whose cells may not live independently apart from the organism
  10. the two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane
  11. describes a solution whose solute concentration is greater than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell
  12. the membrane-bound region of eukaryotic cell that contains the genetic material
  13. a thin layer of phospholipids and proteins that defines the boundary of a cell
  14. a group of cells that are specialized to perform a particular function
  15. describes a solution whose solute concentration is equal to the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell
  16. an organelle in plant cells that holds materials and helps maintain the cell's shape through turgor pressure
  17. a short, hairlike extension of a cell used either for movement or as a sensory organelle
  18. describes a solution whose solute concentration is less than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell
  19. a cellular organelle that functions in the organization of microtubules

44 Clues: an organism consisting of only one cell • a cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes • a stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast • the two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane • a protective coat that surrounds the nucleic acid of a virus • the cellular organelle that directs the protein-building process • ...

heart 2024-05-02

heart crossword puzzle
Across
  1. absent
  2. common
  3. hereditary
  4. present
  5. blood
  6. individual
  7. type
  8. negative
  9. rare
  10. system
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  1. vessel
  2. antigens
  3. antibodies
  4. group
  5. cardiovascular
  6. positive
  7. cells
  8. trait
  9. phenotype
  10. transfusion

20 Clues: type • rare • group • cells • blood • trait • vessel • absent • common • system • present • antigens • positive • negative • phenotype • antibodies • hereditary • individual • transfusion • cardiovascular

Cell puzzle Bronwyn P 2022-10-20

Cell puzzle Bronwyn P crossword puzzle
Across
  1. composed of one cell like amoebas
  2. Causes cells to swell due to water gain
  3. Provides motility in cells
  4. Semiautonomous and supplies the cells ATP
  5. Second type of plastid makes oranges orange
  6. allows cells to attaches to surfaces
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  1. Water loving
  2. Proteins that use ATP to move on filaments
  3. present in plant cells supplies structure
  4. composed of multiple cells like animals
  5. Both loving
  6. Water fearing
  7. Causes cells to shrink due to water loss

13 Clues: Both loving • Water loving • Water fearing • Provides motility in cells • composed of one cell like amoebas • allows cells to attaches to surfaces • composed of multiple cells like animals • Causes cells to swell due to water gain • Causes cells to shrink due to water loss • present in plant cells supplies structure • Semiautonomous and supplies the cells ATP • ...

Cell Division Crossword 2017-09-20

Cell Division Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. the nuclear membrane and nucleolus disappear and spindle fibers and centrioles appear
  2. results in 4 new haploid cells
  3. body cells
  4. when the cell physically splits into two
  5. a new nucleolus and nuclear membrane form around each set of chromosomes
  6. the chromosomes are pulled apart towards opposite ends of the cell
  7. where a cell spends most of its life
  8. results in 2 new identical diploid cells
  9. this membrane breaks down during prophase
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  1. fertilized egg cell
  2. thin uncoiled DNA
  3. mass of cells
  4. uncontrolled cell division
  5. contains a full set of chromosomes
  6. sexual reproduction cells
  7. the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell
  8. genetic information is exchanged
  9. attached the chromosomes to the spindle fibers

18 Clues: body cells • mass of cells • thin uncoiled DNA • fertilized egg cell • sexual reproduction cells • uncontrolled cell division • results in 4 new haploid cells • genetic information is exchanged • contains a full set of chromosomes • where a cell spends most of its life • when the cell physically splits into two • results in 2 new identical diploid cells • ...

Learning your Stuff 2016-12-13

Learning your Stuff crossword puzzle
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  1. All plants are made of cells.
  2. Studied cork cells and made the word "cell".
  3. Ribosomes are here.
  4. Holds the organelles.
  5. Solution creating substances to be more out of the cell than in.
  6. Stores and ships protiens.
  7. This moves materials around the cell.
  8. Only in animals, and creates cell division.
  9. Solution which creates substance to be more in than out of cell.
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  1. Stores water, waste or food.
  2. Structure that supports and protects plant cells.
  3. Shrinking of cell membrane.
  4. Light energy to chemical energy.
  5. Solution that dissolves substance in and outside of the cell.
  6. Diffusion of water.
  7. Digest waste,and worn cell parts.
  8. Food breaks down and releases energy.
  9. Cells come from pre-existing cells.

18 Clues: Diffusion of water. • Ribosomes are here. • Holds the organelles. • Stores and ships protiens. • Shrinking of cell membrane. • Stores water, waste or food. • All plants are made of cells. • Light energy to chemical energy. • Digest waste,and worn cell parts. • Cells come from pre-existing cells. • Food breaks down and releases energy. • This moves materials around the cell. • ...

Chapter 10: Blood 2025-03-13

Chapter 10: Blood crossword puzzle
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  1. first step in hemostasis,reduces blood loss.
  2. a fixed clot in a vessel
  3. red blood cells
  4. Rh blood groups
  5. decreased oxygen in blood
  6. specialized substance that can provide immunity
  7. (A B, AB, O)
  8. the second stage of hemostasis, in which platelets pile and stick together to plug the hole in a broken vessel
  9. blood clotting
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  1. white blood cells that have visible granules in their cytoplasm
  2. blood cell formation
  3. low white blood cell count
  4. white blood cells that lack visible granules
  5. free-floating clot in a vessel
  6. white blood cells
  7. high white blood cell count
  8. required to make clotting proteins
  9. stem cells that give rise to all the formed elements of the blood

18 Clues: (A B, AB, O) • blood clotting • red blood cells • Rh blood groups • white blood cells • blood cell formation • a fixed clot in a vessel • decreased oxygen in blood • low white blood cell count • high white blood cell count • free-floating clot in a vessel • required to make clotting proteins • first step in hemostasis,reduces blood loss. • white blood cells that lack visible granules • ...

Endocrine and Lymphatic Systems 2023-10-25

Endocrine and Lymphatic Systems crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Enlarged Spleen
  2. Organ that produces insulin
  3. Substance made by the body to defend itself against antigens
  4. The "master gland"
  5. Blood cells that carry oxygen throughout the body
  6. Produce Lymphocytes
  7. Inflammation of the tonsils
  8. Type of glands that have ducts
  9. Stores red blood cells and destroys old red blood cells
  10. Caused by the HIV virus
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  1. Too little sugar in the blood
  2. Extra fluid that drains from cells and tissues
  3. Removal of the spleen
  4. Another name for adrenaline, administered during an anaphylactic shock
  5. Blood cells that defends the body against infection and disease
  6. Increased production of thyroid hormone
  7. Type of glands with no ducts that secrete hormones
  8. Foreign matter that causes the body to make antibodies

18 Clues: Enlarged Spleen • The "master gland" • Produce Lymphocytes • Removal of the spleen • Caused by the HIV virus • Organ that produces insulin • Inflammation of the tonsils • Too little sugar in the blood • Type of glands that have ducts • Increased production of thyroid hormone • Extra fluid that drains from cells and tissues • Blood cells that carry oxygen throughout the body • ...

Group 3 Sickest Crossword Ever 2019-10-14

Group 3 Sickest Crossword Ever crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Serine proteases that trigger programmed cell death
  2. Mature B cells may survive for a few days if they don't encounter _____
  3. Type of stem cell that matures in the thymus
  4. Globular protein associated with immune system
  5. Macrophages and dendritic cells are ___ antigen presenting cells
  6. Antibody chains are linked together by ____ bridges
  7. Agglutination of microbes enhances ____
  8. Cell division
  9. Method by which kinase activates molecular components of the signalling cascade of an activated T cell
  10. What removes airborne pathogens and dust
  11. T cells stimulate ____
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  1. Another name for antibody-mediated specific immune response
  2. B and T cell responses occur ____
  3. Secreted by plasma cells and bind to antigens
  4. Attenuated virus/bacteria that trigger and immune response
  5. Active _____ T cells defend against intracellular pathogens and cancer
  6. Type of antibody that recognises one epitope

17 Clues: Cell division • T cells stimulate ____ • B and T cell responses occur ____ • Agglutination of microbes enhances ____ • What removes airborne pathogens and dust • Type of stem cell that matures in the thymus • Type of antibody that recognises one epitope • Secreted by plasma cells and bind to antigens • Globular protein associated with immune system • ...

calebs one 2023-02-22

calebs one crossword puzzle
Across
  1. made mostly of fat and contains stem cells that can become cartilage, fat, or bone cells.
  2. contains blood stem cells that can become red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets.
  3. a strong bone
  4. formation of new blood cells
  5. Tissue that gives strength and structure to bones.
  6. connects joints to bone
  7. makes the skeletal system
  8. a like sesame seeds but a bone
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  1. a thin layer of specialized connective tissue with unique viscoelastic properties.
  2. a medical specialty focusing on injuries and diseases affecting your musculoskeletal system
  3. a joint or juncture between bones or cartilages in the skeleton of a vertebrate.
  4. makes the structure of the body
  5. a bone that is short
  6. the shaft of a long bone
  7. a bone the is long
  8. a bone that is shaped weird
  9. the bone that is flat

17 Clues: a strong bone • a bone the is long • a bone that is short • the bone that is flat • connects joints to bone • the shaft of a long bone • makes the skeletal system • a bone that is shaped weird • formation of new blood cells • a like sesame seeds but a bone • makes the structure of the body • Tissue that gives strength and structure to bones. • ...

Chapter 5 Vocabulary 2025-01-08

Chapter 5 Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a cellular organelle found in plant cells that contains the pigment chlorophyll and is the site where photosynthesis takes place
  2. the genetic material of eukaryotic cells consisting of DNA and associated proteins
  3. an organism consisting of only one cell
  4. the cellular organelles that direct the protein-building process
  5. a cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process inhibits the process itself
  6. the pressure exerted by water in a full central vacuole upon the cytoplasm and cell membrane of a plant cell; maintains plant rigidity
  7. the thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles. Also called the cytosol
  8. a stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast
  9. describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membrane-bound organelles
  10. a protective coating found outside the cell walls of many bacteria
  11. transports compounds around the cell and help maintain the cell's shape; is studded with ribosomes and processes the proteins made by ribosome
  12. a group of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function
  13. the cellular organelle that processes and packages proteins in preparation for secreting them from a cell
  14. a whip-like cellular organelle similar in structure to a cilium but in chloroplast primarily for movement in many bacteria
  15. a thin layer of phospholipids and proteins that defines the boundary of a cell
  16. (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
  17. a cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes
  18. the movement of substances across a cell membrane from refions of low concentration to regions of high concentration by any means that requires the use of energy
  19. the movement of substances across a cell membrane without the need for energy
  20. structures found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform the various functions cells need to stay alive
  21. describes a solution whose solute concentration is greater than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell
  22. a cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process enhances the process itself
  23. describes a solution whose solute concentration is equal to the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell
  24. a rigid structure made by cells of plants, fungi, and most bacteria to surround the cell membrane
  25. the cellular organelle in which aerobic respiration takes place to release energy from food.
  26. a group of cells that are specialized to perform a particular function
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  1. describes a solution whose solute concentration is less than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell
  2. the two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane
  3. 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
  4. a type of passive transport in which substances can move across a cell membrane through special protein channels embedded in the membrane
  5. the non-membrane-bound region in prokaryotic cells that contains most of the genetic material
  6. a structure made of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function
  7. describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles
  8. a cellular organelle that functions in the organization of microtubules
  9. transports compounds around the cell and helps maintain the cell's shape; processes fats and breaks down toxic substances in liver cells
  10. (1) the membrane-bound region of a eukaryotic cell that contains the genetic material. (2) the central portion of an atom where protons and neutrons are located
  11. the structure within cells that helps define their shape, maintains internal organization, and aids in division and movement
  12. an organelle in plant cells that holds materials and helps maintain the cell's shape through turgor pressure
  13. an organism consisting of two or more cells and whose cells may not live independently apart from the organism
  14. a non-pigmented cellular organelle found in plant cells whose functions include storing starches, lipids, and proteins
  15. one of the fundamental models of biology that states that cells are the smallest form of life, come from pre-existing cells, are the basic building block of all life forms, and carry our life processes to maintain homeostasis
  16. extensions a short, hair-like extensions of a cell used either for movement or as a sensory organelle
  17. the diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane
  18. a spherical structure within a eukaryotic cell's nucleus where ribosomes are manufactured

44 Clues: an organism consisting of only one cell • a cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes • a stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast • the two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane • the cellular organelles that direct the protein-building process • the diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane • ...

Mitosis 2021-12-03

Mitosis crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The coiled structure is made of DNA and protein that is present during cell division and visible with a light microscope?
  2. The double-stranded nucleic acid that stores genetic information; also known as deoxyribonucleic acid?
  3. Cell Starting cell prior to cell division?
  4. cell theory The theory states that all living things are made up of cells, all life functions occur within cells, and all cells come from pre-existing cells?
  5. What stage is when the separation of cells begins?
  6. What is a reproductive cell produced during meiosis that has the haploid number of chromosomes?
  7. cycle The repeating series of events that a cell goes through during its life, including growth, DNA replication, and cell division?
  8. What is diploid that forms when two haploid gametes unite during fertilization?
  9. Type of cell division in which the number of chromosomes is reduced by half and four haploid cells are produced?
  10. What is a simple duplication of a cell and all its parts?
  11. cells The cell that contains a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles?
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  1. The multicellular, heterotrophic eukaryote with specialized cells that lack cell walls; member of the animal kingdom?
  2. What is an abnormal mass of cells that may be cancerous?
  3. What is an individual living thing?
  4. phase What is a phase in the cell cycle when DNA is replicated?
  5. Replication What is a process occurring before cell division in which DNA is copied.
  6. What stage is it when you have two separate cells each half of the original DNA?
  7. What stage is where the cell gets the idea that it's time to divide?
  8. The division of the nucleus in a eukaryotic cell, which occurs in four phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase?
  9. The diploid cell that forms when two haploid gametes unite during fertilization?

20 Clues: What is an individual living thing? • Cell Starting cell prior to cell division? • What stage is when the separation of cells begins? • What is an abnormal mass of cells that may be cancerous? • What is a simple duplication of a cell and all its parts? • phase What is a phase in the cell cycle when DNA is replicated? • ...

Cell puzzle Bronwyn P 2022-10-20

Cell puzzle Bronwyn P crossword puzzle
Across
  1. composed of one cell like amoebas
  2. Causes cells to swell due to water gain
  3. Provides motility in cells
  4. Semiautonomous and supplies the cells ATP
  5. Second type of plastid makes oranges orange
  6. allows cells to attaches to surfaces
Down
  1. Water loving
  2. Proteins that use ATP to move on filaments
  3. present in plant cells supplies structure
  4. composed of multiple cells like animals
  5. Both loving
  6. Water fearing
  7. Causes cells to shrink due to water loss

13 Clues: Both loving • Water loving • Water fearing • Provides motility in cells • composed of one cell like amoebas • allows cells to attaches to surfaces • composed of multiple cells like animals • Causes cells to swell due to water gain • Causes cells to shrink due to water loss • present in plant cells supplies structure • Semiautonomous and supplies the cells ATP • ...

Language of Cytology 2016-01-24

Language of Cytology crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Natural cell death.
  2. Matrix making up the nucleus of the cells.
  3. granulated round cell tumor of variable malignancy.
  4. Glandular epithelial malignancy occ. see acini formations ie., mammary tissue.
  5. One cell encroaching on another forming an indentation in the neighboring cell.
  6. Nucleoli of varying sizes and shapes.
  7. Malignant bone tumor/mesenchymal tissue.
  8. Type of inflammation occ. seen in cats mouth.
  9. Variation of nucleus sizes.
  10. Round cell tumor of primarily young dogs.
  11. Population of same type cells with different shapes.
  12. Sexually transmitted round cell tumor.
  13. Type of inflammation consisting mostly of macrophages. Chronic.
  14. Nuclei as large or larger than an rbc.
  15. A shape descriptor for some spindle cells.
  16. Angular squamous epithelial cells without nucleus typically seen in estrus.
  17. Formation of cells in a circle found in glandular epithelium.
  18. Border between epithelial cells where cells communicate.
  19. Type of inflammation consisting of >10% eosinophils indicating hypersensitivity or parasitic disease.
  20. Fine needle aspirate.
  21. Connective tissue cells.
  22. Malignant mesenchymal/spindle cell tumor.
Down
  1. Term used to describe stain uptake.
  2. Malignant epithelial cell tumor.
  3. Usually very prominent when cell is active. Brain of cell.
  4. Malignant round cell tumor.
  5. Type of inflammation consisting of mixed wbcs.
  6. Aseptic technique to remove fluid from a body cavity.
  7. Type of fluid with low protien and low cell numbers.
  8. Description of condition of neutrophils in an inflammatory lesion.
  9. Malignant mesenchymal tumor often assoc. with vaccines.
  10. Type of fluid associated with FIP.
  11. Often vary considerably in cancers.
  12. Appearance of dying neutrophils,condensed "cannon ball" nuclear material.
  13. Type of milky effusion assoc. with lymphatics.
  14. Term used to describe very immature cells.
  15. Variation of cell sizes.
  16. Term used to describe a uniform cell population.
  17. Product of abnormal mitosis.
  18. A tumor that can mimic round epithelial or spindle cell tumor, often containing granules.
  19. Round cell tumor of plasma cells.
  20. Typically indicate reactivity when seen in a lymph node aspirate.
  21. Type of fluid accumulation often associated with infectious agent.

43 Clues: Natural cell death. • Fine needle aspirate. • Variation of cell sizes. • Connective tissue cells. • Malignant round cell tumor. • Variation of nucleus sizes. • Product of abnormal mitosis. • Malignant epithelial cell tumor. • Round cell tumor of plasma cells. • Type of fluid associated with FIP. • Term used to describe stain uptake. • Often vary considerably in cancers. • ...

Nervous Tissue 2019-12-10

Nervous Tissue crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The cell body is like a_______for the neuron.
  2. Unipolar neurons have only a single process_________out from the cell body.
  3. The main part of the cell, the part that carries on the_________functions, is the cell body.
  4. Neurons categorized as________neurons have several dendrites and a single prominent axon.
  5. If enough neurotransmitters are released at the synapse to_________the next neuron.
  6. When a neuron is sufficiently stimulated, it generates an action________that propagates down the axon towards the synapse.
  7. The signal is transmitted across the synapse by chemical compounds known as_________.
  8. A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________.
  9. A typical neuron consists of dendrites, the cell body, and an_______.
  10. Nervous tissue also includes cells that do not________impulses, but instead support the activities of the neurons.
  11. In the peripheral nervous system, Schwann cells are neuroglia cells that_______neuronal function by increasing the speed of impulse propagation.
  12. _________neurons possess a single dendrite and axon with the cell body.
  13. Neuroglia or glial cells, which have been characterized as having a________support role.
  14. _______are highly specialized nerve cells that generate and conduct nerve impulses.
  15. The axons are responsible for transmitting impulses over_______distances from cell body.
Down
  1. The axon is surrounded by a whitish, fatty layer called the_______sheath.
  2. Dendrites are extensions, or processes, of the_________that carry impulses to the cell body.
  3. _______are supporting cells that provide physical sport, remove debris, and provide electrical insulation.
  4. Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______.
  5. Nervous tissue responsible for coordinating and________many body activities.
  6. The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath.
  7. Integration and________are the two major functions of nervous tissue.
  8. Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells.
  9. irritability and conductivity are their two major________characteristics.
  10. Outside the myelin sheath there is a cellular layer called the________.
  11. The________is the gap between nerve cells, or between a nerve cell and its target.
  12. Supporting, or glia, cells bind neurons together and_______the neurons.
  13. It stimulates________contraction, creates an awareness of the environment, and plays a major role in emotions, memory, and reasoning.
  14. There are_______types of neuroglia.
  15. The medullary sheath is interrupted at intervals by the_______of Ranvier.

30 Clues: There are_______types of neuroglia. • The cell body is like a_______for the neuron. • A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________. • Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells. • Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______. • The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath. • ...

Nervous Tissue 2019-12-10

Nervous Tissue crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The cell body is like a_______for the neuron.
  2. Unipolar neurons have only a single process_________out from the cell body.
  3. The main part of the cell, the part that carries on the_________functions, is the cell body.
  4. Neurons categorized as________neurons have several dendrites and a single prominent axon.
  5. If enough neurotransmitters are released at the synapse to_________the next neuron.
  6. When a neuron is sufficiently stimulated, it generates an action________that propagates down the axon towards the synapse.
  7. The signal is transmitted across the synapse by chemical compounds known as_________.
  8. A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________.
  9. A typical neuron consists of dendrites, the cell body, and an_______.
  10. Nervous tissue also includes cells that do not________impulses, but instead support the activities of the neurons.
  11. In the peripheral nervous system, Schwann cells are neuroglia cells that_______neuronal function by increasing the speed of impulse propagation.
  12. _________neurons possess a single dendrite and axon with the cell body.
  13. Neuroglia or glial cells, which have been characterized as having a________support role.
  14. _______are highly specialized nerve cells that generate and conduct nerve impulses.
  15. The axons are responsible for transmitting impulses over_______distances from cell body.
Down
  1. The axon is surrounded by a whitish, fatty layer called the_______sheath.
  2. Dendrites are extensions, or processes, of the_________that carry impulses to the cell body.
  3. _______are supporting cells that provide physical sport, remove debris, and provide electrical insulation.
  4. Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______.
  5. Nervous tissue responsible for coordinating and________many body activities.
  6. The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath.
  7. Integration and________are the two major functions of nervous tissue.
  8. Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells.
  9. irritability and conductivity are their two major________characteristics.
  10. Outside the myelin sheath there is a cellular layer called the________.
  11. The________is the gap between nerve cells, or between a nerve cell and its target.
  12. Supporting, or glia, cells bind neurons together and_______the neurons.
  13. It stimulates________contraction, creates an awareness of the environment, and plays a major role in emotions, memory, and reasoning.
  14. There are_______types of neuroglia.
  15. The medullary sheath is interrupted at intervals by the_______of Ranvier.

30 Clues: There are_______types of neuroglia. • The cell body is like a_______for the neuron. • A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________. • Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells. • Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______. • The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath. • ...

Nervous Tissue 2019-12-10

Nervous Tissue crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The cell body is like a_______for the neuron.
  2. Unipolar neurons have only a single process_________out from the cell body.
  3. The main part of the cell, the part that carries on the_________functions, is the cell body.
  4. Neurons categorized as________neurons have several dendrites and a single prominent axon.
  5. If enough neurotransmitters are released at the synapse to_________the next neuron.
  6. When a neuron is sufficiently stimulated, it generates an action________that propagates down the axon towards the synapse.
  7. The signal is transmitted across the synapse by chemical compounds known as_________.
  8. A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________.
  9. A typical neuron consists of dendrites, the cell body, and an_______.
  10. Nervous tissue also includes cells that do not________impulses, but instead support the activities of the neurons.
  11. In the peripheral nervous system, Schwann cells are neuroglia cells that_______neuronal function by increasing the speed of impulse propagation.
  12. _________neurons possess a single dendrite and axon with the cell body.
  13. Neuroglia or glial cells, which have been characterized as having a________support role.
  14. _______are highly specialized nerve cells that generate and conduct nerve impulses.
  15. The axons are responsible for transmitting impulses over_______distances from cell body.
Down
  1. The axon is surrounded by a whitish, fatty layer called the_______sheath.
  2. Dendrites are extensions, or processes, of the_________that carry impulses to the cell body.
  3. _______are supporting cells that provide physical sport, remove debris, and provide electrical insulation.
  4. Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______.
  5. Nervous tissue responsible for coordinating and________many body activities.
  6. The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath.
  7. Integration and________are the two major functions of nervous tissue.
  8. Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells.
  9. irritability and conductivity are their two major________characteristics.
  10. Outside the myelin sheath there is a cellular layer called the________.
  11. The________is the gap between nerve cells, or between a nerve cell and its target.
  12. Supporting, or glia, cells bind neurons together and_______the neurons.
  13. It stimulates________contraction, creates an awareness of the environment, and plays a major role in emotions, memory, and reasoning.
  14. There are______types of neuroglia.
  15. The medullary sheath is interrupted at intervals by the_______of Ranvier.

30 Clues: There are______types of neuroglia. • The cell body is like a_______for the neuron. • A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________. • Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells. • Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______. • The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath. • Integration and________are the two major functions of nervous tissue. • ...

Nervous Tissue 2019-12-10

Nervous Tissue crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The medullary sheath is interrupted at intervals by the_______of Ranvier.
  2. Nervous tissue also includes cells that do not________impulses, but instead support the activities of the neurons.
  3. Dendrites are extensions, or processes, of the_________that carry impulses to the cell body.
  4. In the peripheral nervous system, Schwann cells are neuroglia cells that_______neuronal function by increasing the speed of impulse propagation.
  5. A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________.
  6. Supporting, or glia, cells bind neurons together and_______the neurons.
  7. The axons are responsible for transmitting impulses over_______distances from cell body.
  8. The main part of the cell, the part that carries on the_________functions, is the cell body.
  9. The axon is surrounded by a whitish, fatty layer called the_______sheath.
  10. The signal is transmitted across the synapse by chemical compounds known as_________.
  11. Neuroglia or glial cells, which have been characterized as having a________support role.
  12. _______are supporting cells that provide physical sport, remove debris, and provide electrical insulation.
  13. A typical neuron consists of dendrites, the cell body, and an_______.
  14. When a neuron is sufficiently stimulated, it generates an action________that propagates down the axon towards the synapse.
Down
  1. Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells.
  2. If enough neurotransmitters are released at the synapse to_________the next neuron.
  3. The cell body is like a_______for the neuron.
  4. The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath.
  5. _______are highly specialized nerve cells that generate and conduct nerve impulses.
  6. The________is the gap between nerve cells, or between a nerve cell and its target.
  7. Neurons categorized as________neurons have several dendrites and a single prominent axon.
  8. _________neurons possess a single dendrite and axon with the cell body.
  9. Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______.
  10. Unipolar neurons have only a single process_________out from the cell body.
  11. irritability and conductivity are their two major________characteristics.
  12. Integration and________are the two major functions of nervous tissue.
  13. Outside the myelin sheath there is a cellular layer called the________.
  14. It stimulates________contraction, creates an awareness of the environment, and plays a major role in emotions, memory, and reasoning.
  15. Nervous tissue responsible for coordinating and________many body activities.
  16. Dendrites, which receive input from other neurons,_______off the cell body and appear as thin extensions.

30 Clues: The cell body is like a_______for the neuron. • A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________. • Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells. • Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______. • The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath. • Integration and________are the two major functions of nervous tissue. • ...

Nervous Tissue 2019-12-10

Nervous Tissue crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The________is the gap between nerve cells, or between a nerve cell and its target.
  2. There are______types of neuroglia.
  3. Neuroglia or glial cells, which have been characterized as having a________support role.
  4. Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells.
  5. When a neuron is sufficiently stimulated, it generates an action________that propagates down the axon towards the synapse.
  6. If enough neurotransmitters are released at the synapse to_________the next neuron.
  7. The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath.
  8. A typical neuron consists of dendrites, the cell body, and an_______.
  9. Dendrites, which receive input from other neurons,_______off the cell body and appear as thin extensions.
  10. The main part of the cell, the part that carries on the_________functions, is the cell body.
  11. irritability and conductivity are their two major________characteristics.
  12. Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______.
  13. Nervous tissue responsible for coordinating and________many body activities.
  14. The signal is transmitted across the synapse by chemical compounds known as_________.
  15. A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________.
  16. _______are supporting cells that provide physical sport, remove debris, and provide electrical insulation.
  17. _________neurons possess a single dendrite and axon with the cell body.
  18. The cell body is like a_______for the neuron.
Down
  1. The medullary sheath is interrupted at intervals by the_______of Ranvier.
  2. The axons are responsible for transmitting impulses over_______distances from cell body.
  3. It stimulates________contraction, creates an awareness of the environment, and plays a major role in emotions, memory, and reasoning.
  4. In the peripheral nervous system, Schwann cells are neuroglia cells that_______neuronal function by increasing the speed of impulse propagation.
  5. _______are highly specialized nerve cells that generate and conduct nerve impulses.
  6. Outside the myelin sheath there is a cellular layer called the________.
  7. Dendrites are extensions, or processes, of the_________that carry impulses to the cell body.
  8. Unipolar neurons have only a single process_________out from the cell body.
  9. The axon is surrounded by a whitish, fatty layer called the_______sheath.
  10. Integration and________are the two major functions of nervous tissue.
  11. Neurons categorized as________neurons have several dendrites and a single prominent axon.
  12. Nervous tissue also includes cells that do not________impulses, but instead support the activities of the neurons.
  13. Supporting, or glia, cells bind neurons together and_______the neurons.

31 Clues: There are______types of neuroglia. • The cell body is like a_______for the neuron. • A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________. • Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells. • Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______. • The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath. • A typical neuron consists of dendrites, the cell body, and an_______. • ...

NERVOUS TISSUE 2019-12-10

NERVOUS TISSUE crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Dendrites, which receive input from other neurons,_______off the cell body and appear as thin extensions.
  2. Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells.
  3. Unipolar neurons have only a single process_________out from the cell body.
  4. The cell body of a neuron, also called the soma, contains the________and mitochondria.
  5. The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath.
  6. irritability and conductivity are their two major________characteristics.
  7. Neurons categorized as________neurons have several dendrites and a single prominent axon.
  8. Nervous tissue also includes cells that do not________impulses, but instead support the activities of the neurons.
  9. When a neuron is sufficiently stimulated, it generates an action________that propagates down the axon towards the synapse.
  10. There are________types of neuroglia.
  11. If enough neurotransmitters are released at the synapse to_________the next neuron.
  12. The cell body is like a_______for the neuron.
  13. Neuroglia or glial cells, which have been characterized as having a________support role.
  14. The main part of the cell, the part that carries on the_________functions, is the cell body.
Down
  1. A typical neuron consists of dendrites, the cell body, and an_______.
  2. Dendrites are extensions, or processes, of the_________that carry impulses to the cell body.
  3. Nervous tissue responsible for coordinating and________many body activities.
  4. Supporting, or glia, cells bind neurons together and_______the neurons.
  5. _______are supporting cells that provide physical sport, remove debris, and provide electrical insulation.
  6. The axon is surrounded by a whitish, fatty layer called the_______sheath.
  7. The axons are responsible for transmitting impulses over_______distances from cell body.
  8. Outside the myelin sheath there is a cellular layer called the________.
  9. _________neurons possess a single dendrite and axon with the cell body.
  10. It stimulates________contraction, creates an awareness of the environment, and plays a major role in emotions, memory, and reasoning.
  11. A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________.
  12. Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______.
  13. _______are highly specialized nerve cells that generate and conduct nerve impulses.
  14. The________is the gap between nerve cells, or between a nerve cell and its target.
  15. The medullary sheath is interrupted at intervals by the_______of Ranvier.
  16. In the peripheral nervous system, Schwann cells are neuroglia cells that_______neuronal function by increasing the speed of impulse propagation.

30 Clues: There are________types of neuroglia. • The cell body is like a_______for the neuron. • A typical neuron displays a distinctive_________. • Nervous tissue contains_______categories of cells. • Dendrites are responsible for responding to_______. • The Schwann cells are underlain by the_______sheath. • ...

Tissue Connections 2017-02-15

Tissue Connections crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Nervous tissue cells are called ____ and communicate by electrical and chemical signals.
  2. Skeletal muscle is voluntary, while _____ and cardiac muscle are involuntary.
  3. Differentiation is when unspecialized embryo tissues become specialized mature tissue, and _______ is when one type of mature tissue changes to another.
  4. Merocrine is a mode of secretion which uses exocytosis (the cell throws up). What does the cell do in holocrine secretion?
  5. The types of connective tissues are fibrous connective tissue, ¬_____ connective tissue, adipose, supportive connective tissue, and fluid connective tissue.
  6. The ____ in tissues are holes that hold chondroblasts in cartilage and osteoblasts in bone.
  7. Leukocytes are white blood cells, while _______ are red blood cells.
  8. _____ are the rings of compact bone which surround the central canal.
  9. Embryonic stem cells are totipotent and pluripotent (able to become any cell), and adult stem cells are multipotent and ______ (limited to a few or one type of cell).
  10. Tight junctions prevent ____, while desmosomes prevent tearing, and gap junctions serve as tunnels.
Down
  1. _____ are specialized nervous cells that serve, protect, and support.
  2. Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______.
  3. Secretions are ____ by the body (hormones), while excretions are expelled from the body (waste, eggs, sperm).
  4. Stratified squamous __________ cells provide waterproofing to skin.
  5. Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______.
  6. Mucus, whole cells, and _____ fluid are all types of secretions.
  7. Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue.
  8. Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue.
  9. _______ membranes are found on the skin, while serous membranes are found in simple squamous epithelium (serous fluid), and mucous membranes lines passages leading outside the body.
  10. The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath.
  11. Hyperplasia causes cell growth by increasing the number of cells through _______, while hypertrophy is an enlargement of cells, and neoplasia is tumor growth.
  12. The two types of osseous tissue are spongy bone and _____ bone.
  13. Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______.
  14. Regeneration is the regrowth and repair of normal tissues, while fibrosis is the formation of _____ tissue.

24 Clues: Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______. • Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue. • Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______. • The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath. • Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue. • Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______. • ...

Tissue Connections 2017-02-15

Tissue Connections crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Mucus, whole cells, and _____ fluid are all types of secretions.
  2. Hyperplasia causes cell growth by increasing the number of cells through _______, while hypertrophy is an enlargement of cells, and neoplasia is tumor growth.
  3. Skeletal muscle is voluntary, while _____ and cardiac muscle are involuntary.
  4. Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______.
  5. Tight junctions prevent ____, while desmosomes prevent tearing, and gap junctions serve as tunnels.
  6. Stratified squamous __________ cells provide waterproofing to skin.
  7. Differentiation is when unspecialized embryo tissues become specialized mature tissue, and _______ is when one type of mature tissue changes to another.
  8. The types of connective tissues are fibrous connective tissue, ¬_____ connective tissue, adipose, supportive connective tissue, and fluid connective tissue.
  9. The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath.
  10. _______ membranes are found on the skin, while serous membranes are found in simple squamous epithelium (serous fluid), and mucous membranes lines passages leading outside the body.
  11. Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue.
  12. Embryonic stem cells are totipotent and pluripotent (able to become any cell), and adult stem cells are multipotent and ______ (limited to a few or one type of cell).
Down
  1. Nervous tissue cells are called ____ and communicate by electrical and chemical signals.
  2. Secretions are ____ by the body (hormones), while excretions are expelled from the body (waste, eggs, sperm).
  3. _____ are the rings of compact bone which surround the central canal.
  4. The two types of osseous tissue are spongy bone and _____ bone.
  5. Regeneration is the regrowth and repair of normal tissues, while fibrosis is the formation of _____ tissue.
  6. _____ are specialized nervous cells that serve, protect, and support.
  7. Merocrine is a mode of secretion which uses exocytosis (the cell throws up). What does the cell do in holocrine secretion?
  8. Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______.
  9. Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue.
  10. Leukocytes are white blood cells, while _______ are red blood cells.
  11. Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______.
  12. The ____ in tissues are holes that hold chondroblasts in cartilage and osteoblasts in bone.

24 Clues: Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______. • Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue. • Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______. • The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath. • Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue. • Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______. • ...

Tissue Connections 2017-02-15

Tissue Connections crossword puzzle
Across
  1. _____ are the rings of compact bone which surround the central canal.
  2. _____ are specialized nervous cells that serve, protect, and support.
  3. Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______.
  4. Secretions are ____ by the body (hormones), while excretions are expelled from the body (waste, eggs, sperm).
  5. The ____ in tissues are holes that hold chondroblasts in cartilage and osteoblasts in bone.
  6. Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue.
  7. Mucus, whole cells, and _____ fluid are all types of secretions.
  8. The two types of osseous tissue are spongy bone and _____ bone.
  9. _______ membranes are found on the skin, while serous membranes are found in simple squamous epithelium (serous fluid), and mucous membranes lines passages leading outside the body.
  10. Stratified squamous __________ cells provide waterproofing to skin.
  11. Regeneration is the regrowth and repair of normal tissues, while fibrosis is the formation of _____ tissue.
  12. Skeletal muscle is voluntary, while _____ and cardiac muscle are involuntary.
  13. Embryonic stem cells are totipotent and pluripotent (able to become any cell), and adult stem cells are multipotent and ______ (limited to a few or one type of cell).
Down
  1. Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue.
  2. Differentiation is when unspecialized embryo tissues become specialized mature tissue, and _______ is when one type of mature tissue changes to another.
  3. The types of connective tissues are fibrous connective tissue, ¬_____ connective tissue, adipose, supportive connective tissue, and fluid connective tissue.
  4. Nervous tissue cells are called ____ and communicate by electrical and chemical signals.
  5. Tight junctions prevent ____, while desmosomes prevent tearing, and gap junctions serve as tunnels.
  6. Leukocytes are white blood cells, while _______ are red blood cells.
  7. The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath.
  8. Merocrine is a mode of secretion which uses exocytosis (the cell throws up). What does the cell do in holocrine secretion?
  9. Hyperplasia causes cell growth by increasing the number of cells through _______, while hypertrophy is an enlargement of cells, and neoplasia is tumor growth.
  10. Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______.
  11. Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______.

24 Clues: Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______. • Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue. • Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______. • The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath. • Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue. • Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______. • ...

Tissue Connections 2017-02-15

Tissue Connections crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The types of connective tissues are fibrous connective tissue, ¬_____ connective tissue, adipose, supportive connective tissue, and fluid connective tissue.
  2. Mucus, whole cells, and _____ fluid are all types of secretions.
  3. The two types of osseous tissue are spongy bone and _____ bone.
  4. Regeneration is the regrowth and repair of normal tissues, while fibrosis is the formation of _____ tissue.
  5. Nervous tissue cells are called ____ and communicate by electrical and chemical signals.
  6. Differentiation is when unspecialized embryo tissues become specialized mature tissue, and _______ is when one type of mature tissue changes to another.
  7. Stratified squamous __________ cells provide waterproofing to skin.
  8. _____ are the rings of compact bone which surround the central canal.
  9. _______ membranes are found on the skin, while serous membranes are found in simple squamous epithelium (serous fluid), and mucous membranes lines passages leading outside the body.
  10. Skeletal muscle is voluntary, while _____ and cardiac muscle are involuntary.
  11. Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______.
Down
  1. Secretions are ____ by the body (hormones), while excretions are expelled from the body (waste, eggs, sperm).
  2. Tight junctions prevent ____, while desmosomes prevent tearing, and gap junctions serve as tunnels.
  3. Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue.
  4. The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath.
  5. Leukocytes are white blood cells, while _______ are red blood cells.
  6. Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______.
  7. _____ are specialized nervous cells that serve, protect, and support.
  8. Merocrine is a mode of secretion which uses exocytosis (the cell throws up). What does the cell do in holocrine secretion?
  9. Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue.
  10. Embryonic stem cells are totipotent and pluripotent (able to become any cell), and adult stem cells are multipotent and ______ (limited to a few or one type of cell).
  11. Hyperplasia causes cell growth by increasing the number of cells through _______, while hypertrophy is an enlargement of cells, and neoplasia is tumor growth.
  12. The ____ in tissues are holes that hold chondroblasts in cartilage and osteoblasts in bone.
  13. Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______.

24 Clues: Hyaline cartilage is found in the ______. • Intercalated discs are found in _____ tissue. • Exocrine is excreted, while endocrine is ______. • The _____ surface is touching the tissue underneath. • Hormones are secreted by glands made up of _____ tissue. • Cancaliculi in compact bone are used by lacunae to _______. • ...

7th Grade Science Vocabulary 2023-05-09

7th Grade Science Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the theory that states that all living things are made of one or more cells, the cell is the smallest unit of life, and all new cells come from preexisting cells
  2. the system of organs and tissues, including the heart, blood, blood vessels, lymph, lymphatic vessels, and lymph glands, involve in circulating blood and lymph through the body
  3. the system by which ingested food is acted upon by physical and chemical means to provide the body with absorbable nutrients and to excrete waste products
  4. a group of different tissues working together to perform a particular job
  5. created when sediment (rock broken into smaller pieces or dissolved in water) is deposited
  6. a group of organs that work together to perform a particular job
  7. the partially melted portion of the mantle below the lithosphere
  8. created when magma or lava cools and crystallizes
  9. the dense metallic center of the Earth (inner core and outer core)
  10. cells that do not have a membrane around the genetic material (DNA), grow into unicellular organisms, and do not have many cell parts found in other cells
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  1. the rigid outermost layer of Earth that includes the uppermost mantle and crust
  2. the process by which cells or tissues change from relatively generalized to specialized kinds during development
  3. the process during which the cytoplasm and its contents divide
  4. created when rocks are exposed to extreme temperature and pressure, such as along plate boundaries
  5. cells that have a membrane around the genetic material (DNA), often grow into multicellular organisms, and have organelles with specialized functions
  6. the thick middle layer in the solid part of the Earth
  7. a group of similar types of cells that work together to carry out specific tasks
  8. the process during which the cell's nucleus and its contents divide
  9. a diffuse, complex network of interacting cells, cell products, and cell-forming tissues that protects the body from pathogens and other foreign substances, destroys infected and malignant cells, and removes cellular debris
  10. the brittle, rocky, outer layer of Earth

20 Clues: the brittle, rocky, outer layer of Earth • created when magma or lava cools and crystallizes • the thick middle layer in the solid part of the Earth • the process during which the cytoplasm and its contents divide • a group of organs that work together to perform a particular job • the partially melted portion of the mantle below the lithosphere • ...

Gene Therapy 2024-01-28

Gene Therapy crossword puzzle
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  1. A type of gene therapy where genes are changed in cells still in the body.
  2. A type of gene therapy where cells are modified outside the body and then transplanted back in.
  3. Disorders caused by the mutation in a single gene, often the target of gene therapy.
  4. A method of introducing DNA into cells using an electric field.
  5. Disorders caused by the combined action of more than one gene, more challenging for gene therapy.
  6. A type of virus that can be used as a vector in gene therapy.
  7. A genetic disorder that results in a weak immune system. It’s often a target for gene therapy
  8. A type of retrovirus used as a vector in gene therapy.
  9. A revolutionary gene-editing tool used in gene therapy.
  10. The enzyme that acts like a pair of ‘molecular scissors’ in the CRISPR system.
  11. The first person to undergo successful gene therapy.
  12. This type of gene therapy targets cells that are not sperm or egg cells.
  13. A method of introducing DNA into cells using a fine needle.
  14. A type of engineered DNA-binding protein used in gene editing.
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  1. A fat-based vector used in gene therapy.
  2. The process of making precise and targeted modifications to the DNA of a cell.
  3. These are used to deliver genetic material into cells in gene therapy.
  4. A genetic disorder where blood does not clot normally, often treated with gene therapy.
  5. A genetic disorder that has been a target for gene therapy.
  6. A type of virus that can be used as a vector in gene therapy.
  7. A type of treatment in which a patient’s T cells (a type of immune system cell) are changed in the lab so they will attack cancer cells.
  8. A genetic disorder that Ashanti De Silva was treated for using gene therapy.
  9. This controversial type of gene therapy involves changes to sperm or egg cells.
  10. The gene that, when mutated, causes Cystic Fibrosis. It codes for a protein that regulates the movement of chloride and sodium ions across cell membranes.
  11. An organ that can be affected by Cystic Fibrosis due to mutations in the CFTR gene.

25 Clues: A fat-based vector used in gene therapy. • The first person to undergo successful gene therapy. • A type of retrovirus used as a vector in gene therapy. • A revolutionary gene-editing tool used in gene therapy. • A genetic disorder that has been a target for gene therapy. • A method of introducing DNA into cells using a fine needle. • ...

Lymphatics and Immunity 2022-09-18

Lymphatics and Immunity crossword puzzle
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  1. A structure that recirculates lymph from the lymphatic circulation into the bloodstream, originating at T12 and ending at the root of the neck. (8,4)
  2. A bi-lobed gland that is roughly triangular in shape and is the site for maturation of T cells. (6)
  3. Disease that results in swelling of the arms or legs due to blockage of the lymphatic system. (10)
  4. Fluid that surrounds the cells of the body. (12,5)
  5. A clear to white fluid made up of white blood cells, especially lymphocytes. (5)
  6. The largest single mass of lymphatic tissue
  7. A Substance secreted by glands and deposited on the surface of the epidermal cells, where it makes a protective barrier against pathogens. (5)
  8. Pump that is maintained by pressure changes that occur during inhalation. (11,4)
  9. Part of a B cell clone. (6,5)
  10. Organs that play an important role in the immune system. (7)
  11. Produced in response to sickness. (11)
  12. Immunity present at birth. (6)
  13. Results in the body producing specific antibodies or T cells.(6)
  14. Inflammation of the lymphatic system (12)
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  1. Disorder in which there is a high lymphocyte count. (13)
  2. Lymphatic tissue where B cells and T cells carry out immune responses. (5,4)
  3. A common co-stimulator. (11, number)
  4. Performed by cells such as neutrophils, macrophages and B cells. (12)
  5. Disease causing organisms (9)
  6. Referring to lymph nodes in the neck area. (8)
  7. A non-specific defence response to tissue damage, symptoms include redness and swelling. (12)
  8. An elevated body temperature that forms part of the second line of defense. (5)
  9. A group of proteins released in response to the entry of some viruses. (11)
  10. A cancer of the bone marrow, resulting in the formation of too many white blood cells. (8)
  11. Located along lymphatic vessels. (5,5)
  12. The ability to use the body's defences to ward off damage or disease. (8)
  13. A substance the spleen stores. (5)
  14. A type of cancer in the lymphatic system. (8)
  15. Egg shaped masses of lymphatic tissue that are not encapsulated. (5,7)
  16. A substance kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. (13)

30 Clues: Disease causing organisms (9) • Part of a B cell clone. (6,5) • Immunity present at birth. (6) • A substance the spleen stores. (5) • A common co-stimulator. (11, number) • Located along lymphatic vessels. (5,5) • Produced in response to sickness. (11) • Inflammation of the lymphatic system (12) • The largest single mass of lymphatic tissue • ...

Cell structure and functions 2022-12-14

Cell structure and functions crossword puzzle
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  1. stores information
  2. a theory that cells use for basic structural
  3. movement of substances
  4. has no membrane bound organelles
  5. site of respiration provides energy
  6. tiny structures with cells
  7. makes lipids
  8. has membrane bound organelles
  9. something that can be passed through
  10. controls cell activities
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  1. stores water in a plant cell
  2. site of protein synthesis
  3. they are found in broccoli cells
  4. only in bacterial cells
  5. basic unit of life
  6. looks like jelly in a cell
  7. site of cellular reactions
  8. supports the structure of the cell
  9. has low concentration

19 Clues: makes lipids • stores information • basic unit of life • has low concentration • movement of substances • only in bacterial cells • controls cell activities • site of protein synthesis • looks like jelly in a cell • tiny structures with cells • site of cellular reactions • stores water in a plant cell • has membrane bound organelles • has no membrane bound organelles • ...

Organelle Crossword Puzzle 2024-08-27

Organelle Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. Processes Protein
  2. All living things are made up of these.
  3. Found in both Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic cells
  4. Present in plant and fungal cells
  5. Multi cellular and has a nucleus
  6. Center of a cell
  7. Made of one cell and has no nucleus
  8. Synthesizes protein and lipid
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  1. Protects cells from the outside
  2. Jelly like substance between cells
  3. Turns sugar into energy
  4. Single membrane organelle found in animal cells
  5. Found only in Eukaryotic Cells
  6. Determines what goes in and out of the cell

14 Clues: Center of a cell • Processes Protein • Turns sugar into energy • Synthesizes protein and lipid • Found only in Eukaryotic Cells • Protects cells from the outside • Multi cellular and has a nucleus • Present in plant and fungal cells • Jelly like substance between cells • Made of one cell and has no nucleus • All living things are made up of these. • ...

8.1 and 8.2 Crossword Wood 2023-11-02

8.1 and 8.2 Crossword Wood crossword puzzle
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  1. Internal membrane syste mfound in eukaryotic cells.
  2. The center of an atom which contains the protons and neutrons
  3. Flexible double-layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane
  4. Thin, flexible barrier that surrounds all cells, regulates what enters and leaves the cell
  5. Property of biological membranes that allows some substances to pass across it while others cannot
  6. Cell organelle that converts the chemical energy stored in food
  7. Basic unit of all forms of life
  8. ell organelle that breaks down lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins into small molecules that can be usedby thre rest of the cell.
  9. Unicellular organism that lcks a nucleus
  10. Cell organelle consisting of RNA and protein found throughout the cytoplasm in a cell
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  1. Organelle in cells that modifies,sorts, and packages protien and other material from the endoplasmic reticulum for storage in the cell.
  2. Strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells
  3. Network of protien filaments in a eukaryotic cell that gives the cell its shape and internal organization and is involved in movement
  4. Organelle found in cells of plants and some other organisms that captures the energy from sunlight
  5. Fundamental concept of biology that states that all living things are composed of cells
  6. Cell organelle that sotrea s materials such as water, salts,protein, and carbohydrates
  7. Specailized structure that performs important cellular functions iwhtin a cell
  8. Organism whose cells contain a nucleus
  9. In eukaryotic cells, all cellucal contents outside the nucleus

19 Clues: Basic unit of all forms of life • Organism whose cells contain a nucleus • Unicellular organism that lcks a nucleus • Internal membrane syste mfound in eukaryotic cells. • The center of an atom which contains the protons and neutrons • Flexible double-layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane • In eukaryotic cells, all cellucal contents outside the nucleus • ...

8.1 and 8.2 Crossword Wood 2023-11-02

8.1 and 8.2 Crossword Wood crossword puzzle
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  1. Internal membrane syste mfound in eukaryotic cells.
  2. Property of biological membranes that allows some substances to pass across it while others cannot
  3. Specailized structure that performs important cellular functions iwhtin a cell
  4. Organelle found in cells of plants and some other organisms that captures the energy from sunlight
  5. Cell organelle consisting of RNA and protein found throughout the cytoplasm in a cell
  6. Unicellular organism that lcks a nucleus
  7. Strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in some cells
  8. Cell organelle that converts the chemical energy stored in food
  9. Basic unit of all forms of life
  10. Thin, flexible barrier that surrounds all cells, regulates what enters and leaves the cell
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  1. Organelle in cells that modifies,sorts, and packages protien and other material from the endoplasmic reticulum for storage in the cell.
  2. Organism whose cells contain a nucleus
  3. Flexible double-layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane
  4. ell organelle that breaks down lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins into small molecules that can be usedby thre rest of the cell.
  5. Fundamental concept of biology that states that all living things are composed of cells
  6. Network of protien filaments in a eukaryotic cell that gives the cell its shape and internal organization and is involved in movement
  7. In eukaryotic cells, all cellucal contents outside the nucleus
  8. Cell organelle that sotrea s materials such as water, salts,protein, and carbohydrates
  9. The center of an atom which contains the protons and neutrons

19 Clues: Basic unit of all forms of life • Organism whose cells contain a nucleus • Unicellular organism that lcks a nucleus • Internal membrane syste mfound in eukaryotic cells. • Flexible double-layered sheet that makes up the cell membrane • The center of an atom which contains the protons and neutrons • In eukaryotic cells, all cellucal contents outside the nucleus • ...

Immunology Exam 2 2025-02-19

Immunology Exam 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. what type of immune cell is used in the germinal centers for somatic hypermutation of BCRs
  2. what organ is responsible for central tolerance induction in T cells
  3. process where T cells adhere and move across endothelial cells
  4. a type of blood vessels that help lymphocytes move to the lymph nodes
  5. the immune response triggered when T cells are activated
  6. key immune cell that presents antigens to T cells
  7. what type of selection in the thymus eliminates self reactive T cells
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  1. the type of selection in the thymus that ensures T cells can recognize MHC molecules
  2. cells that migrate through lymphatic vessels and into lymph nodes
  3. molecules that provide the second signal to T cells
  4. molecules that differ slightly in the population due to genetic variation
  5. what term describes a state where NK cells become inactive due to lack of inhibitory receptor binding
  6. mechanism that makes B or T cells unresponsive to antigen

13 Clues: key immune cell that presents antigens to T cells • molecules that provide the second signal to T cells • the immune response triggered when T cells are activated • mechanism that makes B or T cells unresponsive to antigen • process where T cells adhere and move across endothelial cells • cells that migrate through lymphatic vessels and into lymph nodes • ...

BHS 316 Exam One 2022-01-18

BHS 316 Exam One crossword puzzle
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  1. This stage of readiness can be activated by Interferon gamma (or IFN-g); in this stage, macrophages are reasonably good killers against pathogens.
  2. The MHC molecules that inform helper T cells that there are problems outside a cell (the answer is two words).
  3. This stage of readiness of macrophages is induced by LPS or mannose from pathogens.
  4. This type of interferon's responsibility is to interfere with viral replication (the answer is two words).
  5. The type of T cell that is a potent weapon that can destroy virus-infected cells directly.
  6. The type of T cell that secrete chemical messages among immune cells to coordinate the immune response across the immune system.
  7. Solves the problem of "how does the immune system know which B cells to make more of?"(the answer is two words).
  8. This part of an antibody determines the class of immune system cells that it binds to and determines its function. This is also the "tail" of the antibody (the answer is two words).
  9. This is only expressed after neutrophils bind to selectin.
  10. The process of macrophages engulfing and ingesting larger bacterium.
  11. These cells have the unique capability of self-renewal (the answer is two words).
  12. These are designed to recognize "danger signals" from microbial attacks(the answer is three words).
  13. The producers of antibodies (the answer is one letter followed by one word).
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  1. This type of pathway is characterized by its spontaneous nature and follow no clear pattern.
  2. The first line of defense in the immune system; acts like a barrier against pathogens (includes mucus and skin) (the answer is two words).
  3. This occurs when the product of a reaction leads to an increase in the reaction, which makes a system move further away frim equilibrium (the answer is three words).
  4. The portion of an antibody that binds to an antigen. This is also the "hands" of the antibody (the answer is two words).
  5. In this stage of readiness, macrophages mostly do nothing but proliferate and serve as "garbage collectors" to dead cells.
  6. The type of T cell that helps restrain the immune system so it does not overreact.
  7. The MHC molecules that alert killer T cells when something is not right inside a cell (the answer is two words).
  8. If macrophages get overwhelmed by an infectious agents, they first recruit this kind of cell to help.
  9. Integrin on the surface of a neutrophil binds to this protein on the endothelial cells of blood vessels to stop a neutrophil from moving.
  10. This compound is found on the surface of cells of a broad array of pathogens but not the cells of humans.
  11. When the C3 complement protein is split, this will happen to the C3b fragment by a water molecule if it does not immediately run into a suitable chemical signal.
  12. This system builds membrane destroy invaders by building attack complexes, tag invaders for destruction by phagocytosis, and alert/direct cells to fight foreign material (the answer is two words).
  13. This is only expressed when IL-1 and TNF signal an invasion nearby
  14. These type of cells make the decision to destroy or not destroy a particular infected cell through activating and inhibitory receptors (the answer is two words).
  15. Proteins that are secreted by immune cells to communicate with other cells.
  16. This type of pathway is much more strategic than other pathways because it is targeted by mannose-binding lectins.

29 Clues: This is only expressed after neutrophils bind to selectin. • This is only expressed when IL-1 and TNF signal an invasion nearby • The process of macrophages engulfing and ingesting larger bacterium. • Proteins that are secreted by immune cells to communicate with other cells. • The producers of antibodies (the answer is one letter followed by one word). • ...

CBIO 2024 2022-01-19

CBIO 2024 crossword puzzle
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  1. Early descendants of stem cells that can differentiate to form one or more kinds of cells
  2. The use of anti-cancer drugs to destroy cancer cells
  3. How cancer cells pass through a vessel wall and enter the blood or lymph system
  4. The cells, molecules, and structures (such as blood vessels) that surround and support other cells and tissues
  5. The number of times a normal human cell population will divide before cell division stops
  6. Phosphorylated to a less than normal extent, or less than fully
  7. The production or formation of a tumour or tumours
  8. A compound structure at the end of a chromosome
  9. Characteristic acquired by cell to become cancerous
  10. Cancer that arises in the white blood cells
  11. Tissue removed from a living body to discover the presence, cause, or extent of a disease
  12. Change in DNA that occurs after conception
  13. Change in a body's reproductive cell that becomes incorporated into the DNA of every cell in the body of the offspring
  14. A substance capable of causing cancer in living tissue
  15. Tumour or growth that is not cancerous
  16. The movement of cells out of a blood vessel into tissue during inflammation or metastasis
  17. Something that is not active or growing but can be active later
  18. Irreversible cell cycle arrest driven by several different mechanisms
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  1. The state of not dividing
  2. Cancer of the blood, not solid tumours
  3. The death of cells which occurs as a normal and controlled part of an organism's growth or development
  4. Consists of bacteria that are both helpful and potentially harmful
  5. The formation of new blood vessels
  6. A gene which makes a protein that can promote tumour growth
  7. Biologic feature that can be used to measure the presence or progress of disease or the effects of treatment
  8. A type of gene that makes a protein that helps limit cell growth (6,10)
  9. The ingestion of bacteria or other material
  10. Much rarer cancer and arise in the supporting tissues of the body such as bone, cartilage, fat, connective tissue, and muscle
  11. Cancer that arises in the immune system, in antibody-producing plasma cells
  12. Is not self-limited in its growth, is capable of invading into adjacent or even distant tissues
  13. The body's chemical messengers, they work slowly, over time, and affect many different processes
  14. How cells control gene activity without changing the DNA sequence
  15. The most common type of cancer, accounting for 80-90% of diagnoses. They arise from the epithelial cells that cover external and internal body surfaces
  16. The cancer that currently causes most deaths in the UK
  17. The development of secondary malignant growth at a distance from a primary site of cancer
  18. Nonspecific defence mechanisms that come into play immediately or within hours of an antigen's appearance in the body
  19. No longer responds to treatment
  20. The abnormal growth and proliferation of abnormal cells or abnormal amounts of cells due to a benign or malignant process
  21. Antigen-specific immune response
  22. A disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body

40 Clues: The state of not dividing • No longer responds to treatment • Antigen-specific immune response • The formation of new blood vessels • Cancer of the blood, not solid tumours • Tumour or growth that is not cancerous • Change in DNA that occurs after conception • The ingestion of bacteria or other material • Cancer that arises in the white blood cells • ...

Unit 3 Vocab 2021-10-24

Unit 3 Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. Carries dna and is found in the nucleus of cells
  2. Third phase of mitosis, chromosome pairs separate and move toward opposite poles
  3. A cell containing two sets of chromosomes
  4. One of a family of proteins that regulates the cell cycle in eukaryotic cells
  5. Second phase of mitosis, chromosomes line up across center of cell
  6. Division of the cytoplasm to form two separate daughter cells
  7. The first gap,or growth phase and creation of new organelles
  8. One of two identical "sister" parts of a duplicated chromosome
  9. Cells that do not contain nuclei and reproduce asexually
  10. In between period of the cell cycle between cell divisions
  11. Division of the cytoplasm, divided into four phases
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  1. Second growth phase of cell cycle, prepares for M phase
  2. Cells that enclose their dna in nuclei and reproduce both asexually and sexually
  3. An abnormal tissue mass that can spread into neighboring tissue and other parts of the body
  4. Series of events that cells go through as they grow and divide
  5. Last phase of mitosis, 2 nuclear envelopes form
  6. A cell containing only one set of chromosomes
  7. A mass of abnormal cells that remains at the site of origin
  8. Synthesis phase of cell cycle; portion of interphase where dna is replicated
  9. First and longest phase of mitosis, centrioles separate to different sides of nucleus

20 Clues: A cell containing two sets of chromosomes • A cell containing only one set of chromosomes • Last phase of mitosis, 2 nuclear envelopes form • Carries dna and is found in the nucleus of cells • Division of the cytoplasm, divided into four phases • Second growth phase of cell cycle, prepares for M phase • Cells that do not contain nuclei and reproduce asexually • ...

ESGUERRA, Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia 2022-04-04

ESGUERRA, Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia crossword puzzle
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  1. Malignant neoplasms of epithelial cells
  2. The common or collective term used for all malignant tumors.
  3. The branch of science dealing with the study of neoplasms or tumors; (oncos=tumor, logos=study).
  4. Variation in size and shape of the tumor cells
  5. Malignant tumor of the testis.
  6. Defined as the gross and microscopic degree of differentiation of the tumor.
  7. A benign tumor arising in fibrous tissue.
  8. A benign tumor arising from cartilages.
  9. Generally consist of acini, sheets, columns, or cords of epithelial tumour cells.
  10. It means new growth.
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  1. Often have none or little stromal support.
  2. Is benign tumor which is made of mature but disorganized cells of tissues indigenous to the particular organ
  3. Just like cellular pleomorphism, the nuclei too, show variation in size and shape in malignant tumor cells.
  4. Carcinomas that grow in a glandular pattern.
  5. Is lack of differentiation and is a characteristic feature of most malignant tumors.
  6. Means extent of spread of the tumor within the patient.
  7. When two types of tumors are combined in the same tumor
  8. Is the ectopic islands of normal tissue; a congenital anomaly consisting of a heterotopic rest of cells.
  9. A group of malignant tumors which arise from embryonal or partially differentiated cells which would normally form blastema of the organs and tissue during embryogenesis.
  10. Agents which can induce tumors

20 Clues: It means new growth. • Malignant tumor of the testis. • Agents which can induce tumors • Malignant neoplasms of epithelial cells • A benign tumor arising from cartilages. • A benign tumor arising in fibrous tissue. • Often have none or little stromal support. • Carcinomas that grow in a glandular pattern. • Variation in size and shape of the tumor cells • ...

Immune System 2022-04-04

Immune System crossword puzzle
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  1. type of cell that kills certain cells, including cancer cells and cells infected with a virus.
  2. a type of B lymphocyte that forms part of the adaptive immune system.
  3. severe allergic reaction, when someone blood pressure drops so far down that not enough oxygen is getting to the cells.
  4. a substance that is made in response to the detection of a foreign material in the body and that participates in a complement reaction.
  5. a type of bacteria that can cause a disease.
  6. white blood cells that create antibodies.
  7. a vessel or cavity in which a body fluid is stored.
  8. a protein released by animal cells, which also inhibiting virus replication.
  9. when someone is protected from disease by vaccination.
  10. disorders caused by bacteria and viruses.
  11. a widespread occurrence of a disease.
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  1. A disease in which the structure of the affected tissues worsens over time.
  2. a type of white blood cell.
  3. a disease in which the immune system makes an inflammatory response to something harmless that has entered the body.
  4. when a disease affects the world population.
  5. a disease caused by the uncontrollable division of abnormal cells in the affected body part.
  6. a disorder that disrupts normal metabolism.
  7. a medicine that inhibits growth of bacteria or microrganisms.
  8. type of white blood cell that acts as the mediator of immune function
  9. proteins that are made in the response to infection.

20 Clues: a type of white blood cell. • a widespread occurrence of a disease. • white blood cells that create antibodies. • disorders caused by bacteria and viruses. • a disorder that disrupts normal metabolism. • when a disease affects the world population. • a type of bacteria that can cause a disease. • a vessel or cavity in which a body fluid is stored. • ...

B1 Revision Crossword(3) 2012-11-26

B1 Revision Crossword(3) crossword puzzle
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  1. carry information around the body
  2. they speed up chemical reactions in our cells
  3. controlling body temperature
  4. we do this more on a cold day
  5. means 'gets narrower'
  6. a gap between two nerve cells
  7. how we lose some water from our bodies. It is stored in the bladder.
  8. keeps the conditions inside your body the same
  9. produce sweat
  10. the long thin part of a nerve cell
  11. the hypothalamus is part of this
  12. means 'gets wider'
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  1. what happens to sweat on our skin on a hot day
  2. the sheath around nerve cells that stops impulses getting 'lost'
  3. controlling how much water is in the body
  4. the type of impulses that carry information through the nerve cells
  5. the part of the brain that controls body temperature
  6. bobbles on our skin when we get cold
  7. the number of directions an impulse can travel across a gap between nerve cells
  8. how we take water into our bodies
  9. how we lose water from our bodies on a hot day
  10. released at the gap between nerve cells. They are called neurotransmitters
  11. a liquid covering much of the Earth's surface
  12. a type of sugar in the blood
  13. branches of the cell body of a nerve cell that connect with lots of other nerve cells
  14. all mammals have these to help trap a layer of air in cold weather

26 Clues: produce sweat • means 'gets wider' • means 'gets narrower' • controlling body temperature • a type of sugar in the blood • we do this more on a cold day • a gap between two nerve cells • the hypothalamus is part of this • carry information around the body • how we take water into our bodies • the long thin part of a nerve cell • bobbles on our skin when we get cold • ...

Principals of Cancer 2013-05-20

Principals of Cancer crossword puzzle
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  1. in all types of cancer, cells ______ slightly and replicate uncontrollably
  2. chemical or environmental agents that have been identified as cancer causers
  3. the growth of blood vessels to supply a tumor
  4. mutated cells ___________ without control, often piling up into distinct masses called tumors
  5. the natural, healthy process of programmed cell death
  6. therapy given to cancer patients who are not likely to survive
  7. most commonly used system for staging cancer
  8. a gene that initiates malignant characteristics within a cell
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  1. when cancer cells break off of the primary tumor and travel to new areas
  2. percent of americans who will be diagnosed with some type of cancer in their life
  3. therapy used as an intervention after the main treatment is complete
  4. cancers of the blood and lymph, which do not usually involve solid tumors
  5. some _________, such as viruses, bacteria and animal parasites, have been determined to cause certain types of cancer
  6. when cancer cells land in a new target tissue and begin metastasis all over again
  7. therapy used as an intervention before the main treatment begins
  8. most commonly diagnosed type of cancer
  9. oncogene __________ is the beginning of the changes that cause certain cells to become malignant
  10. original malignant cells begin in muscle or connective tissue
  11. mutation begins in epithelial cells
  12. type of cancer with the highest mortality rate

20 Clues: mutation begins in epithelial cells • most commonly diagnosed type of cancer • most commonly used system for staging cancer • the growth of blood vessels to supply a tumor • type of cancer with the highest mortality rate • the natural, healthy process of programmed cell death • original malignant cells begin in muscle or connective tissue • ...

Cell Functions Crosswords 2015-06-12

Cell Functions Crosswords crossword puzzle
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  1. the materials or protoplasm within a living cell excluding the nucleus
  2. a colored plactid other than a chloroplast, contains a yellow or orange pigment
  3. pours and holes in lower epidermis, allows exchange of gases plant and atmosphere
  4. has many ribosomes attached, synthesize proteins
  5. upper and lower, one cell layer thick, let light pass through to mesophyll layer
  6. the control center of a cell
  7. pipe like structure, sometimes aggregating to form more complex structures
  8. cylindrical organelle near the nucleus in animal cells, in pairs and involve development of spindle fibres in cell division
  9. protein packaging organelle
  10. thread like structure, present in numbers in the eukaryotic cells
  11. a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid
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  1. a rigid layer of polysaccharides lying outside the plasma membrane of the cells of plants, fungi and bacteria
  2. a colorless orgranelle found in plant cells, used for storage of starch oil
  3. organelles that specialize in photosynthesis, contain green pigment chlorphyll found in plant cells
  4. free of ribosomes and is the area in which fats and lipids are synthesized
  5. outer most edge of a cell, only found in animal cells
  6. organelles that specialize in aerobic respiration
  7. organelle in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells containing degradative enzymes enclosed in membrane
  8. occur in pairs on lower epidermis, open and close stomata
  9. organelles in which proteins are synthesized

20 Clues: protein packaging organelle • the control center of a cell • organelles in which proteins are synthesized • has many ribosomes attached, synthesize proteins • organelles that specialize in aerobic respiration • outer most edge of a cell, only found in animal cells • occur in pairs on lower epidermis, open and close stomata • ...

Blood-puzzle-KT 2023-11-15

Blood-puzzle-KT crossword puzzle
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  1. is a genetic disorder that makes blood cells abnormal shapes
  2. the coagulation pathways that include factorsXII, XI, IX, VIII
  3. 1% in blood that includes platelets and white blood cells
  4. are plasma proteins are produced by the liver to filter blood
  5. is the most effective step of hemostasis
  6. is a white blood cell that releases the most when the body gets infected by parasites
  7. what oxygen attraction in red blood cell and make the color of the blood
  8. is producing T and B cells
  9. is the process of controlling blood loss
  10. is the largest white blood cells
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  1. the coagulation pathways that include factor VII and III
  2. an inactive form of plasma proteins that can turn into fibrin for clotting
  3. Plasma membrane of red blood cell covering this
  4. is the most common white blood cells
  5. factors that inhibit coagulation
  6. is a disorder that has too few red blood cells
  7. blood proteins that are used for immune proteins and transport proteins
  8. is the physical fibers that are very easy for platelets to attach to and become sticky themselves
  9. is a white blood cell that is involved in inflammation process
  10. 44% of blood that include hemoglobin and oxygen
  11. is a disorder that has too many red blood cells
  12. 55% of blood, liquid extracellular matrix
  13. platelet repellent

23 Clues: platelet repellent • is producing T and B cells • factors that inhibit coagulation • is the largest white blood cells • is the most common white blood cells • is the most effective step of hemostasis • is the process of controlling blood loss • 55% of blood, liquid extracellular matrix • is a disorder that has too few red blood cells • ...

Cell Division and Mitosis 2023-02-24

Cell Division and Mitosis crossword puzzle
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  1. when a new genetically identical individual cell forms on the body of the parent cell
  2. the phase where the nuclear envelope breaks down
  3. programmed cell death
  4. a segment of DNA that stores genetic information
  5. cycle the regular pattern of growth, DNA duplication, and cell division that occurs in eukaryotic cells, or cells with nuclei
  6. the phase where sister chromatids move away to opposite sides of the cell
  7. the genetic material that contains information that determines an organism’s inherited characteristics
  8. strands of replicated chromosomes
  9. differentiation the process by which a cell becomes specialized for a specific structure and function during the development of a multicellular organism
  10. a cell formed when a sperm cell and an egg cell fuse
  11. the phase where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell and the nucleus is disassembled
  12. cells a unique type of body cell that can develop into a variety of specialized cells through differentiation
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  1. when a piece of an organism grows into a new genetically identical organism
  2. one long continuous thread of DNA that consists of many genes
  3. the phase where nuclear membranes start to form
  4. the stage that divides the cell cytoplasm, creating two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell
  5. the part of a chromosome where sister chromatids are held rogether
  6. cells spend most of their time in this phase
  7. uncontrolled cell growth
  8. cell organelle that holds your DNA
  9. cell division that only occurs in body cells

21 Clues: programmed cell death • uncontrolled cell growth • strands of replicated chromosomes • cell organelle that holds your DNA • cells spend most of their time in this phase • cell division that only occurs in body cells • the phase where nuclear membranes start to form • the phase where the nuclear envelope breaks down • a segment of DNA that stores genetic information • ...

30 Term List Lymphatic System 2024-05-17

30 Term List Lymphatic System crossword puzzle
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  1. blood cells production
  2. incident where the covering of the spleen is torn
  3. any disease process affecting the lymph node(s)
  4. white blood cells (WBC)
  5. bacteria that forms irregular groups reassembling grapes
  6. protein in blood cells (Hgb)
  7. a yeast infection which can occur in warm/moist areas
  8. red blood cells (RBC)
  9. physician specializing in diagnosing/treating disorders of the lymphatic system
  10. kills or damages cells
  11. benign tumor formed by abnormal lymphatic vessels
  12. antibody/immune reaction
  13. malignant cancer affecting the lymph nodes/lymphatic tissue
  14. abnormal enlargement of the spleen
  15. inflammation of the lymph nodes
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  1. bleeding from the spleen
  2. bacteria that forms a chain which mainly cause strept throat
  3. blood cancer in the bone marrow which causes an increase in WBC
  4. nuclear medicine imaging test
  5. swelling of tissues due to an accumulation of fluid in tissues
  6. radiation therapy given at a distance
  7. deficiency of red blood cells/hemoglobins
  8. acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
  9. medication to kill or damage cells
  10. bone marrow disorder which causes an excessive production of RBC
  11. malignant tumor in epithelial tissue
  12. infectious disease which causes an increased number of monocytes & lymphocytes
  13. cell fragments that form clots to stop bleeding (platelets)
  14. malignant tumor coming from the soft cinnvective tissue
  15. study of anything related to tumors/cancers

30 Clues: red blood cells (RBC) • blood cells production • kills or damages cells • white blood cells (WBC) • bleeding from the spleen • antibody/immune reaction • protein in blood cells (Hgb) • nuclear medicine imaging test • inflammation of the lymph nodes • acquired immunodeficiency syndrome • medication to kill or damage cells • abnormal enlargement of the spleen • ...

30 Term List Lymphatic System 2024-05-17

30 Term List Lymphatic System crossword puzzle
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  1. blood cells production
  2. incident where the covering of the spleen is torn
  3. any disease process affecting the lymph node(s)
  4. white blood cells (WBC)
  5. bacteria that forms irregular groups reassembling grapes
  6. protein in blood cells (Hgb)
  7. a yeast infection which can occur in warm/moist areas
  8. red blood cells (RBC)
  9. physician specializing in diagnosing/treating disorders of the lymphatic system
  10. kills or damages cells
  11. benign tumor formed by abnormal lymphatic vessels
  12. antibody/immune reaction
  13. malignant cancer affecting the lymph nodes/lymphatic tissue
  14. abnormal enlargement of the spleen
  15. inflammation of the lymph nodes
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  1. bleeding from the spleen
  2. bacteria that forms a chain which mainly cause strept throat
  3. blood cancer in the bone marrow which causes an increase in WBC
  4. nuclear medicine imaging test
  5. swelling of tissues due to an accumulation of fluid in tissues
  6. radiation therapy given at a distance
  7. deficiency of red blood cells/hemoglobins
  8. acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
  9. medication to kill or damage cells
  10. bone marrow disorder which causes an excessive production of RBC
  11. malignant tumor in epithelial tissue
  12. infectious disease which causes an increased number of monocytes & lymphocytes
  13. cell fragments that form clots to stop bleeding (platelets)
  14. malignant tumor coming from the soft cinnvective tissue
  15. study of anything related to tumors/cancers

30 Clues: red blood cells (RBC) • blood cells production • kills or damages cells • white blood cells (WBC) • bleeding from the spleen • antibody/immune reaction • protein in blood cells (Hgb) • nuclear medicine imaging test • inflammation of the lymph nodes • acquired immunodeficiency syndrome • medication to kill or damage cells • abnormal enlargement of the spleen • ...

life processes 2022-11-04

life processes crossword puzzle
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  1. released stored energy
  2. all the levels together;highest level of organization
  3. system groups of organs working together to perform a specific job
  4. different tissues working together to do a specific job
  5. taking food into the body or cell membrane
  6. groups of similar cells organized to do a specific job
  7. the movement of individual molecules of a substance through a semipermeable barrier from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
  8. cell membrane splits resulting in 2 new daughter cells
  9. nuclear membrane forms around each new nucleus
  10. the outcome of the something
  11. reproductive cells that have half of the chromosomes as the parent cell
  12. made of many cells
  13. chromosomes separate from each other
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  1. chemical process both plant & animal cells
  2. a healthy internal balance of things like temperature, sugar, or CO2
  3. chromosomes line up in the middle
  4. food making process in plants
  5. breaking down food into smaller pieces
  6. nuclear membrane disintegrates and centrioles appear at poles (sides)
  7. things to make something
  8. removal of waste matter
  9. the movement of water molecules from a solution with a high concentration of water molecules to a solution with a lower concentration of water molecules, through a cell's partially permeable membrane.
  10. specialized so that all jobs in the body get done
  11. makes a copy of DNA replication
  12. makes body cells for growth and repair
  13. made of only one cell

26 Clues: made of many cells • made of only one cell • released stored energy • removal of waste matter • things to make something • the outcome of the something • food making process in plants • makes a copy of DNA replication • chromosomes line up in the middle • chromosomes separate from each other • breaking down food into smaller pieces • makes body cells for growth and repair • ...

Plant Organs & Tissues 2023-05-25

Plant Organs & Tissues crossword puzzle
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  1. layer of polysaccharides lying outside the plasma membrane of the cells of only plants, fungi, and bacteria
  2. the semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell.
  3. process where certain organisms transform light energy into chemical energy
  4. plastid where photosynthesis takes place, contains chlorophyll
  5. cells designed to carry out a particular role in the body
  6. tissue that transports water and nutrients from the soil to the stems and leaves
  7. gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell
  8. organelle where respiration takes place, makes ATP
  9. network of protein filaments, microtubules,& interconnecting filamentous bridges that give structure to a cell
  10. relating to or denoting a region of plant tissue consisting of actively dividing cells forming new tissue
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  1. vascular tissue in plants that conducts sugars & metabolic products downward from the leaves
  2. DNA's full name
  3. organelle containing genetic material, nuclear botties and nucleoplasm
  4. specialized cell division to produce haploid cells in plants
  5. tissue strengthened by the thickening of cell walls, as in young shoots
  6. in the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane containing fluid
  7. tiny holes on a leaf that allow for gas exchange
  8. the cellular tissue, typically soft and succulent
  9. strengthening tissue in a plant, formed from cells with thick walls
  10. Cells undergo this to form new cells
  11. plant epidermis, the outer layer of tissue that surrounds the primary body of vascular plants

21 Clues: DNA's full name • Cells undergo this to form new cells • tiny holes on a leaf that allow for gas exchange • the cellular tissue, typically soft and succulent • gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell • organelle where respiration takes place, makes ATP • cells designed to carry out a particular role in the body • ...

Animal tissue 2025-07-21

Animal tissue crossword puzzle
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  1. Component of the matrix(substance around cells) in a connective tissue.
  2. Type of tissue that is the body energy reservoir
  3. Rigid connective tissue made of a hard matrix of inorganic salts deposited around protein fibers.
  4. Type of muscular tissue with voluntary movement
  5. Type of tissue that connects structures together.
  6. Branch of biology that studies the composition and structure of plant and animal tissues and their specialized functions
  7. Tightly packed cells that form a continuous layer.
  8. Specialized cell made by dendrites, a cell body and an axon.
  9. Solid but flexible connective tissue.
  10. An organ which secretes chemical substances for use in the body or for discharge into the surroundings.
  11. Fluid connective tissue that consists of formed elements and plasma.
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  1. Protein found in the fibers of connective tissue that gives it flexibility and strength
  2. tissue Tissue that conduct impulses and contain cell like neurons.
  3. Epithelial tissue with only one single layer of cells
  4. A type of cell that contributes to the formation of connective tissue.
  5. Group of specialized cells of the same or similar type that perform a common function in the body.
  6. Composed of cells called muscle fibers that are specialized to contract.
  7. Cells that support and service neurons and have various functions.
  8. (specialization) Process during which young, immature cells reach their mature form and function.
  9. type of gland that have no ducts

20 Clues: type of gland that have no ducts • Solid but flexible connective tissue. • Type of muscular tissue with voluntary movement • Type of tissue that is the body energy reservoir • Type of tissue that connects structures together. • Tightly packed cells that form a continuous layer. • Epithelial tissue with only one single layer of cells • ...

Mrs L Cancer, Heme Onc 2025-08-11

Mrs L Cancer, Heme Onc crossword puzzle
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  1. this type of lympoma is distinguished by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells
  2. reduction in red blood cells
  3. the functions of this system includes the return of tissue fluid to maintain blood volume and protecting the body against pathogens
  4. type of blood transfusion reaction wih the appearance of a a hive-like rash treated with antihistamines
  5. blood disorder where the blood becomes too thick because of too many RBCs
  6. stands for transfusion-associated circulatory overload
  7. bleeding into the muscles and joints that causes pain
  8. reduction in white blood cells
  9. cancer of the lymph tissue
  10. cancer of the skin cells
  11. medications that can cause blistering of tissue that can lead to necrosis
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  1. type of anemia where the bonemaroow becomes fatty and cannot produce enough blood cells
  2. the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of tumors or malignancies
  3. a substance or agent that increases the risk of cancer
  4. seen in multiple myeloma when calcium is mobilized from the bones and into the blood
  5. the deadliest and rarest type of blood transfusion reaction
  6. cancer of the blood, plasma cells, and bone marrow
  7. low platelet count
  8. a group of cells that grows out of control and eventually taks over the function of the affected organ
  9. aspiration of bone marrow or tissue for diagnosing or monitoring traetment
  10. lymphatic gland located in the mediastinum

21 Clues: low platelet count • cancer of the skin cells • cancer of the lymph tissue • reduction in red blood cells • reduction in white blood cells • lymphatic gland located in the mediastinum • cancer of the blood, plasma cells, and bone marrow • bleeding into the muscles and joints that causes pain • a substance or agent that increases the risk of cancer • ...

Physiology of Microorganisms and Immunity 2024-12-29

Physiology of Microorganisms and Immunity crossword puzzle
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  1. - A group of proteins that form membrane attack complexes.
  2. - The protective protein coat of a virus.
  3. - Immunoglobulin that crosses the placenta to provide passive immunity to the fetus.
  4. - Chemicals that inhibit bacterial growth or kill bacteria.
  5. MARROW - The site in the lymphatic system where B cells mature.
  6. - Small circular DNA in bacteria that carries extra genes.
  7. - Pathogens that live and multiply inside host cells.
  8. - Layer in bacteria that prevents dehydration and protects against phagocytosis.
  9. - The spiral-shaped bacteria.
  10. - The process of transferring genes between bacteria through a pilus.
  11. - White blood cells that release histamines during allergic reactions.
  12. - A non-cellular infectious agent consisting only of protein.
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  1. - The ability of microbes to resist the effects of antibiotics.
  2. PHASE - The stage in bacterial growth where cells are metabolically active but not dividing.
  3. - A dormant, tough, and non-reproductive structure formed by some bacteria.
  4. - The powerhouse of eukaryotic cells.
  5. - Microorganisms that can survive in extreme environmental conditions.
  6. FISSION - Process by which bacteria replicate by dividing into two identical cells.
  7. - Organ that produces lymphocytes and filters blood.
  8. - The protein fragments displayed on the surface of cells by MHC molecules.
  9. IMMUNITY - Type of immunity achieved after recovering from a disease.
  10. - Long whip-like structure that helps bacteria move.
  11. - Immunoglobulin associated with allergic reactions.
  12. - A process in which antibodies mark pathogens for destruction.

24 Clues: - The spiral-shaped bacteria. • - The powerhouse of eukaryotic cells. • - The protective protein coat of a virus. • - Organ that produces lymphocytes and filters blood. • - Long whip-like structure that helps bacteria move. • - Immunoglobulin associated with allergic reactions. • - Pathogens that live and multiply inside host cells. • ...

Chapter 10 crossword 2012-11-13

Chapter 10 crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. mass of cells from cancer cells
  2. division of the cell nucleus
  3. hollow ball of cells with a cluster of cells inside inner cell mass
  4. develop into most but not all body cell types
  5. disorder which body cells lose ability to control growth
  6. period of cell growth
  7. reproduction production of offspring that inherit some genetic information from parent
  8. cell sits at the bases of a branching stem
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  1. reproduction production of genetically identical offspring from one parent
  2. packages of dna
  3. division of the cytoplasm
  4. area connecting duplicated strands of dna
  5. develop into many types of differentiated cells
  6. cell literally able to do anything
  7. process of programmed cell death
  8. cycle period when a cell grows prepares for division and divides

16 Clues: packages of dna • period of cell growth • division of the cytoplasm • division of the cell nucleus • mass of cells from cancer cells • process of programmed cell death • cell literally able to do anything • area connecting duplicated strands of dna • cell sits at the bases of a branching stem • develop into most but not all body cell types • ...

HIV/AIDS 2021-08-31

HIV/AIDS crossword puzzle
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  1. 2 types of these to bind to cells
  2. AIDS
  3. eventally this happens to the DNA replicating the HIV DNA as well
  4. what is both the enzymes and RNA surrounded by 2 layers of?
  5. the phrase used to describe how HIV and viruses leave the cell
  6. what AIDS can cause through cancer-kaposi's syndrome or degenerative disease (brain)
  7. does HIV always have an effect?
  8. RNA converted to DNA using this
  9. immune system produces these in blood
  10. genetic material is RNA, contains enzymes to help with replication eg reverse transcriptase
  11. where does HIV replicate?
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  1. an example of what the immune system can no longer fight as it has become weak
  2. contact with what is thought to be the cause of the virus in the early 20th century?
  3. where can antibodies not go?
  4. HIV, first recognised in the 1980s
  5. stage one of replication
  6. DNA incorporated into host cells ........... so it is replicated if the cell divides
  7. antibody production is ....... as t-helper cells are needed to stimulate b-cells and other t-cells
  8. host cells membrane that is taken with it as it leaves the cell(viral envelope)
  9. where is the only place that HIV particles can be attacked? This also indicated that a person is HIV positive
  10. is the number of new viruses formed high or low?
  11. HIV causes the functioning of t-helper cells to ........

22 Clues: AIDS • stage one of replication • where does HIV replicate? • where can antibodies not go? • does HIV always have an effect? • RNA converted to DNA using this • 2 types of these to bind to cells • HIV, first recognised in the 1980s • immune system produces these in blood • is the number of new viruses formed high or low? • ...

Cells and Genetics Crossword 2024-01-27

Cells and Genetics Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. The BINGO-like Mexican style game we play in class everyday
  2. An indentation in the cheek when a person smiles or laughs
  3. Your science teacher's last name
  4. The organelle that contains genetic material
  5. The number of pairs of chromosomes in each human cell nucleus
  6. Anything that is not made of cells and has never had life
  7. The powerhouse of the cell, where energy is generated
  8. The organelle in which photosynthesis occurs in plant cells
  9. Anything that is made of cells and is either alive or was once alive
  10. The number of individual chromosomes in each human cell nucleus
  11. The organelle that allows materials to enter the cell
  12. A smaller part of a cell with a specific job or function
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  1. A unique characteristic or quality of an organism
  2. The last name of the first person to discover cells
  3. A specific order of something
  4. The organelle that holds water in plant cells and waste in animal cells
  5. Children or descendants of a parent
  6. The 3-letter acronym for an organism's genetic material
  7. The month in which Valentine's Day occurs
  8. The smallest unit of matter
  9. A section of DNA that contains genes
  10. The Jell-O-like substance that keeps all cell organelles in place
  11. The organelle that gives plant cells their structure
  12. The smallest unit of life

24 Clues: The smallest unit of life • The smallest unit of matter • A specific order of something • Your science teacher's last name • Children or descendants of a parent • A section of DNA that contains genes • The month in which Valentine's Day occurs • The organelle that contains genetic material • A unique characteristic or quality of an organism • ...

Chapter 3 Crossword Puzzle 2023-10-27

Chapter 3 Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. Hair like structures that help prokaryotes attach to surfaces and facilitate transfer of genetic material.
  2. Coined the term "cell."
  3. Determined that all cells come from another pre-existing cell.
  4. Phospholipid bilayers that separate parts of the cell.
  5. Organelle in plants that turn solar energy into glucose.
  6. Three statements about cells that tells us what is true and not true about them.
  7. Structures specializes to do a specific task.
  8. Hair like structures that serve to move substances, like mucus, or can move the entire cell itself.
  9. Organelle used during mitosis to make sure that both cells end up with the same DNA.
  10. Molecules that stores genetic information in ALL organisms.
  11. Surround the entire cell forming a boundary between the cell and the outside.
  12. Used to store materials, like water, food or enzymes.
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  1. Links amino acids to create proteins.
  2. Cells without a nucleus or membrane bound organelles.
  3. Tail-like structures that help the cell move.
  4. Short, hair like structures that help prokaryotes attach to surfaces.
  5. Jelly-like substance. Used for nutrients and reactions.
  6. Provides structure, protection, support, and shape to plant cells.
  7. Organelle that supplies energy to the cell by respiration and has it's own DNA.
  8. Determined that all animals were made of cells.
  9. Contains enzymes that process, sort and deliver proteins.
  10. Organelle that stores DNA in eukaryotic cells.

22 Clues: Coined the term "cell." • Links amino acids to create proteins. • Tail-like structures that help the cell move. • Structures specializes to do a specific task. • Organelle that stores DNA in eukaryotic cells. • Determined that all animals were made of cells. • Cells without a nucleus or membrane bound organelles. • Used to store materials, like water, food or enzymes. • ...

HEMATOLOGY 2020-09-06

HEMATOLOGY crossword puzzle
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  1. / manufactures stem cells which in turn produces blood cells
  2. / move into the body tissues and transforms into macrophages
  3. / has a life span of 120 days
  4. / a hemoglobin variant with 146 amino acids
  5. / used to screen anemia
  6. / essential in blood clotting mechanism
  7. / a grayish white cellular layer composed of leukocytes and platelets
  8. / where T-cells arise
  9. / responsible for parasitic infection
  10. / solvent used to destroy erythrocytes
  11. / blood cell production
  12. / cell signalling molecules that aid cell to cell communication in immune responses
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  1. / fixative solution used when staining blood film
  2. / regulates production of platelets
  3. / liquid part of blood that contains clotting factors
  4. / a type of cell removed by monocyte
  5. / capable of sluggish locomotion
  6. / interacts with monocytes in the synthesis of antibodies
  7. / a cell undergoing granulopoiesis
  8. / most frequently used anticoagulant in hematology
  9. / measures average hemoglobin concentration in a given volume of packed red cells
  10. / destruction of erythrocytes
  11. / represents volume of the average erythrocyte
  12. / is the process that occurs if an antigen is mixed with its corresponding antibody
  13. / refers to the stacking of 4 or more red blood cells
  14. / destroys target cells
  15. / inappropriate anticoagulant in Wright's stained blood smears
  16. / measurement of the degree of anisocytosis
  17. / produced when oxygen level in cells are low, which signals bone marrow to produce erythrocytes
  18. / transports oxygen in its active form

30 Clues: / where T-cells arise • / used to screen anemia • / destroys target cells • / blood cell production • / has a life span of 120 days • / destruction of erythrocytes • / capable of sluggish locomotion • / a cell undergoing granulopoiesis • / regulates production of platelets • / a type of cell removed by monocyte • / responsible for parasitic infection • ...

Cells Extended Vocab Assignment 2023-02-08

Cells Extended Vocab Assignment crossword puzzle
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  1. a group of cells that work together to perform a specific function
  2. the lens that directly observes the object being looked at
  3. the basic building blocks of life
  4. a group of organs that work together to perform one or more functions
  5. a microscope part that controls the beam shape (also known as an aperture)
  6. the process of breaking down food for energy
  7. an organization of parts to form an organ, system, or living thing
  8. mechanisms that require the compromise of different control systems to maintain constant conditions within the body
  9. an activity or function carried out by a system in the organism
  10. the process where cells "reproduce" from a father cell into two daughter cells
  11. the process of creating energy from a chemical reaction due to sunlight (in plants)
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  1. the organ system that moves blood around the body
  2. a body part that performs a specific function
  3. any organism with cells (can be unicellular or multicellular)
  4. a state of balance in the body that is necessary for survival
  5. the process when energy is sent to regulate a desired temperature
  6. knobs that focus and sharpen the object being observed
  7. the ability to make larger or smaller the object being observed
  8. the process where organisms breathe
  9. basic cells that produce all other types of cells

20 Clues: the basic building blocks of life • the process where organisms breathe • the process of breaking down food for energy • a body part that performs a specific function • the organ system that moves blood around the body • basic cells that produce all other types of cells • knobs that focus and sharpen the object being observed • ...

Immune System 2023-03-15

Immune System crossword puzzle
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  1. cycle by which a virus can replicate its DNA using a host cell
  2. a large phagocytic cell found in stationary form in the tissues or as a mobile white blood cell
  3. line of defense- nonspecific resistance that destroys invaders in a generalized way without targeting specific individuals
  4. a blood protein produced in response to and counteracting a specific antigen
  5. a simple microorganism that infects cells and causes disease
  6. cycle that results in the destruction of the infected cell and its membrane
  7. a type of cell within the body capable of engulfing and absorbing bacteria and other small cells and particles
  8. line of defense- consists of cells tailor-made to get rid of the specific microorganisms that have invaded your tissue
  9. when a bacteria develops immunity to one or more antibiotics, it has antibiotic ___________
  10. can act as "killer cells" or "helper cells"
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  1. a type of white blood cell found in lymph
  2. line of defense- natural immune system
  3. resistance to a particular infectious disease or pathogen
  4. produce antibodies
  5. blood cells that help the body fight infection
  6. system that helps the body fight infections and other diseases
  7. a medical treatment that produces immunity towards a certain antigen
  8. a colorless fluid containing white blood cells
  9. a bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease
  10. a toxin or other foreign substance that triggers the production and release of antibodies

20 Clues: produce antibodies • line of defense- natural immune system • a type of white blood cell found in lymph • can act as "killer cells" or "helper cells" • blood cells that help the body fight infection • a colorless fluid containing white blood cells • resistance to a particular infectious disease or pathogen • a simple microorganism that infects cells and causes disease • ...

BIOL 2025-07-30

BIOL crossword puzzle
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  1. : Scientist who disproved spontaneous generation and developed pasteurization.
  2. : Scientist who proposed that cells come from the division of pre-existing cells.
  3. : Microorganisms that live in acidic conditions.
  4. : Flexible barrier that controls what enters and exits the cell.
  5. : Simple cells without a nucleus.
  6. : Tiny cell structures that build proteins.
  7. : Main energy-carrying molecule in the cell.
  8. : Microorganisms that thrive in extremely hot environments.
  9. : A cluster of ribosomes reading a single mRNA strand.
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  1. : Organelle known as the powerhouse of the cell.
  2. strength : Resistance to being pulled apart; helps plant cells stay strong.
  3. : Natural light display near the South Pole.
  4. : A spiral-shaped bacterium.
  5. : Natural light display near the North Pole.
  6. : Flattened membrane discs found in the endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus (plural of cisterna).
  7. : Scientist who said all plants are made of cells.
  8. : Water pressure inside plant cells that keeps them firm.
  9. : Large enough to be seen with the naked eye.
  10. : Jelly-like substance inside the cell that holds organelles.
  11. : Determining the rate of sedimentation may require a high-speed device called this.
  12. : Complex carbohydrate made of many sugar molecules.
  13. : Part of the cytoskeleton that helps move materials in cells.
  14. : A rod-shaped bacterium.
  15. : Packages and ships proteins throughout the cell.
  16. : A round-shaped bacterium.
  17. : Scientist who disproved spontaneous generation.

26 Clues: : A rod-shaped bacterium. • : A round-shaped bacterium. • : A spiral-shaped bacterium. • : Simple cells without a nucleus. • : Tiny cell structures that build proteins. • : Natural light display near the South Pole. • : Natural light display near the North Pole. • : Main energy-carrying molecule in the cell. • : Large enough to be seen with the naked eye. • ...

Cell cycle mitosis 2025-12-02

Cell cycle mitosis crossword puzzle
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  1. Replication – The process of copying DNA before cell division.
  2. – One half of a duplicated chromosome.
  3. – Some organisms use cell division to make offspring.
  4. – Condensed DNA that becomes visible during mitosis.
  5. – The process of dividing the nucleus into two identical nuclei.
  6. – The jelly-like material that splits during cytokinesis.
  7. – One reason cells divide; they get bigger and need more cells.
  8. – The cell structure that contains DNA.
  9. – The stage where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.
  10. – Fibers that help pull chromosomes apart.
  11. – The stage where the cell grows and copies its DNA.
  12. – Fixing damaged or worn-out cells by making new ones.
  13. – The structure that forms in plant cells during cytokinesis.
  14. – The stage where sister chromatids separate and move apart.
  15. – Describes the daughter cells compared to the original cell.
  16. – The stage where two new nuclei begin to form.
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  1. Membrane – The structure that surrounds and protects the nucleus.
  2. – The two identical new cells formed after division.
  3. – The division of the cytoplasm, forming two new cells.
  4. – The full series of events a cell goes through before dividing.
  5. – DNA in its loose, uncoiled form.
  6. – What DNA must do before mitosis so each new cell gets a copy.
  7. – When sister chromatids move apart during anaphase.
  8. – The stage where chromosomes appear and the nuclear membrane breaks down.
  9. – Structures inside a cell that perform specific jobs.

25 Clues: – DNA in its loose, uncoiled form. • – One half of a duplicated chromosome. • – The cell structure that contains DNA. • – Fibers that help pull chromosomes apart. • – The stage where two new nuclei begin to form. • – The two identical new cells formed after division. • – Condensed DNA that becomes visible during mitosis. • ...

Biology Terms 2018-01-15

Biology Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. Complex molecules which are made of amino acids
  2. When nuclear membranes are formed during cell division
  3. Genetic instructions encoded in DNA
  4. A type of cell which lacks membrane bound organelles
  5. Genetic material found in the nucleus
  6. Small organs in cells which enable life
  7. A cell which contains two sets of complete chromosomes
  8. Thread-like structures which carry hereditary information
  9. Cell division where identical cells are produced
  10. Cells which create reproductive cells
  11. An organelle which contains genetic material
  12. Heredity Information passed down from your parents
  13. The gene which is located on the same spot of a chromosome
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  1. The visual representation of chromosomes
  2. The stage of cell division were chromosomes are visible
  3. A type of cell which has a membrane-bound nucleus
  4. Cells other than reproductive cells
  5. An organelle where proteins are made
  6. The structure which holds together the two chromatids
  7. Organelles which aid during cell division
  8. Mircotubles which move chromosomes during cell division
  9. Also known as 'resting phase' when DNA replications occurs
  10. Having a set of unpaired chromosomes
  11. The second stage of cell division
  12. The process of a programmed cell death
  13. The building blocks of living things
  14. The process of cell division where the result is four daughter cells
  15. The type of cell which goes through meiosis
  16. A structural layer outside the plasma membrane

29 Clues: The second stage of cell division • Cells other than reproductive cells • Genetic instructions encoded in DNA • An organelle where proteins are made • Having a set of unpaired chromosomes • The building blocks of living things • Genetic material found in the nucleus • Cells which create reproductive cells • The process of a programmed cell death • ...

Biology of a Cancer Cell 2021-11-14

Biology of a Cancer Cell crossword puzzle
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  1. the cancer that is the leading killer in both men and women in recent years.
  2. Tissue Inhibitors of Metalloproteases.
  3. Histone deacetyl transferases
  4. rapid response immunity; most animal species do not possess this immunity
  5. named after a crab, when tumor cells become malignant
  6. binds to and activates caspase 9 (initiating caspase) for the Intrinsic Pathway
  7. sister chromatids segregate towards opposite poles
  8. critical in activating the WNT pathway in colon cancer, 80% of all colon cancers have mutations in this gene
  9. group of proteases capable of eating a cell within
  10. cancers of the blood
  11. genes that, when hyperactive, promote cancer development
  12. the formation of new blood vessels
  13. immunity that is ‘educated’ from a previous encounter
  14. “disassembly” of the cell
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  1. when a tumor mass is contained, and cells are not able to wander.
  2. process where cancer cells leave the tumor and enter the bloodstream through small vessels
  3. uncontrolled cells growing in a solid mass
  4. abnormal increase in amount of normal looking cells in a tissue
  5. Hereditary Non-Polyposis Colorectal Cancer
  6. programmed cell death
  7. the study of the distribution and prevalence of disease, but does NOT establish cause
  8. Inhibition the signal that stops cells from dividing when in contact with their neighboring cells
  9. Matrix metalloproteinases
  10. RNA containing multi-subunit, that adds DNA sequences to the chromosome’s 3’ end.
  11. complete loss of differentiation

25 Clues: cancers of the blood • programmed cell death • Matrix metalloproteinases • “disassembly” of the cell • Histone deacetyl transferases • complete loss of differentiation • the formation of new blood vessels • Tissue Inhibitors of Metalloproteases. • uncontrolled cells growing in a solid mass • Hereditary Non-Polyposis Colorectal Cancer • ...

ESGUERRA, Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia 2022-04-04

ESGUERRA, Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia crossword puzzle
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  1. The common or collective term used for all malignant tumors.
  2. Malignant neoplasms of epithelial cells
  3. A benign tumor arising in fibrous tissue.
  4. A benign tumor arising from cartilages.
  5. Defined as the gross and microscopic degree of differentiation of the tumor.
  6. When two types of tumors are combined in the same tumor
  7. Variation in size and shape of the tumor cells
  8. Agents which can induce tumors
  9. A group of malignant tumors which arise from embryonal or partially differentiated cells which would normally form blastema of the organs and tissue during embryogenesis.
  10. Is benign tumor which is made of mature but disorganized cells of tissues indigenous to the particular organ
  11. just like cellular pleomorphism, the nuclei too, show variation in size and shape in malignant tumor cells.
  12. Generally consist of acini, sheets, columns, or cords of epithelial tumour cells.
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  1. Often have none or little stromal support.
  2. Means extent of spread of the tumor within the patient.
  3. , Is lack of differentiation and is a characteristic feature of most malignant tumors.
  4. Is the ectopic islands of normal tissue; a congenital anomaly consisting of a heterotopic rest of cells.
  5. The branch of science dealing with the study of neoplasms or tumors; (oncos=tumor, logos=study).
  6. Malignant tumor of the testis.
  7. Carcinomas that grow in a glandular pattern.
  8. It means new growth.

20 Clues: It means new growth. • Malignant tumor of the testis. • Agents which can induce tumors • Malignant neoplasms of epithelial cells • A benign tumor arising from cartilages. • A benign tumor arising in fibrous tissue. • Often have none or little stromal support. • Carcinomas that grow in a glandular pattern. • Variation in size and shape of the tumor cells • ...

Sponges, Cnidarians, and Ctenophores 2013-03-26

Sponges, Cnidarians, and Ctenophores crossword puzzle
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  1. They attach themselves firmly to a surface and do not move
  2. A ciliated larva
  3. Internal buds
  4. The opening at the top of the sponge that water leaves through
  5. Jellylike material between the two cell layers
  6. A cnidocyte organelle that has a long filament coiled up inside of it
  7. They trap plankton and other tiny organisms in their small, hairlike projections
  8. A build up of dead polyps that make rocklike formations
  9. A sensory structure at the end of a ctenophores body
  10. Crawling cells that deliver nutrients throughout the body
  11. Hollow gut, with one opening
  12. Tiny, hard particles of calcium carbonate or silicon dioxide that are often shaped like spikes
  13. The inner cell lay
  14. flexible extensions
  15. specialized cells used for defense and capturing prey
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  1. Numerous pores that the water enters the sponge through
  2. Aquatic animals that make up the phylum porifera
  3. Flagellated cells also called collar cells
  4. The outer cell layer
  5. Bell-shaped and specialized for swimming
  6. Produce both eggs and sperm
  7. Cells that secrete a sticky substance that binds to their prey
  8. production of light by means of a chemical reaction
  9. The nervous response in cnidarians are controlled by this diffuse web of interconnected nerve cells
  10. The regrowth of missing cells, tissues, or organs
  11. Vase-shaped and specialized for a sessile existence
  12. A simple skeleton made of tough, flexible protein fibers

27 Clues: Internal buds • A ciliated larva • The inner cell lay • flexible extensions • The outer cell layer • Produce both eggs and sperm • Hollow gut, with one opening • Bell-shaped and specialized for swimming • Flagellated cells also called collar cells • Jellylike material between the two cell layers • Aquatic animals that make up the phylum porifera • ...

Tissues, Organ Systems and Homeostasis 2015-09-14

Tissues, Organ Systems and Homeostasis crossword puzzle
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  1. muscle tissue
  2. cellular fluid not inside cells.
  3. tissue located directly below the skin. Specialized in fat storage. a specialized connective tissue, consists partially of plasma and is a reservoir of energy.
  4. tissues cover the external body and line internal cavities and tubes.
  5. lining of the digestive tract.
  6. tissue that is mineral hardened; rich in calcium salts
  7. receptor cells or parts of cells that detect forms of energy.
  8. tissue
  9. aggregation of cells and intercellular substances that perform a common task.
  10. glands that secrete mucus, saliva, earwax, oil, digestive cell enzymes and other products.
  11. junctions that are channels connecting the cytoplasm of abutting cells.
  12. specific forms of energy detected by receptors.
  13. derived primarily from connective tissue. Serves transport functions.
  14. dense connective tissue is present in the tendons
  15. junction spot welds that cement neighbour cells together.
  16. body structure consisting of more than one tissue
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  1. feedback mechanism set in motion a chain of events that intensify a change from an original condition.
  2. skins outer layer
  3. solid yet pliable, has structural and cushioning roles
  4. depends on receptors, integrators and effectors.
  5. nerve cell, basic communication unit
  6. dense connective tissue is present in the skin and forms protection around many organs.
  7. feedback mechanism where an altered condition is reversed.
  8. cells that support neurons
  9. secretory organ derived from epithelium.

25 Clues: tissue • muscle tissue • skins outer layer • cells that support neurons • lining of the digestive tract. • cellular fluid not inside cells. • nerve cell, basic communication unit • secretory organ derived from epithelium. • specific forms of energy detected by receptors. • depends on receptors, integrators and effectors. • dense connective tissue is present in the tendons • ...

Unit 3 Cells: Part 1 2021-09-22

Unit 3 Cells: Part 1 crossword puzzle
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  1. last name of the scientist who declared all plants are name of cells
  2. this organelle makes proteins
  3. last name of the scientist who declared all animals are made of cells
  4. this organelle stores materials like water and nutrients
  5. this organelle creates energy for the cell and is found in both plant and animal cells
  6. this organelle controls what enters and exits the cell
  7. this type of cell has a nucleus and is generally specialized to do one job only
  8. this organelle cleans up dead material within the cell
  9. this organelle is the control center of the cell that holds genetic material
  10. assists in the production and transport of proteins
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  1. this organelle packages proteins and puts them into vesicles to be distributed
  2. makes lipids and detoxifies the body
  3. this organelle carries materials (like proteins) into and out of the cell
  4. last name of the scientist who believed all cells come from pre-existing cells
  5. this type of cell has no nucleus or membrane bound organelle
  6. this organelle is used in cell division and it found in animal cells only
  7. last name of the scientist who coined the term "Cell"
  8. this organelle creates energy for the cell and is found in plant cells only
  9. last name of the first scientist to observe living things under a microscope
  10. this organelle holds all the other organelles in place

20 Clues: this organelle makes proteins • makes lipids and detoxifies the body • assists in the production and transport of proteins • last name of the scientist who coined the term "Cell" • this organelle holds all the other organelles in place • this organelle controls what enters and exits the cell • this organelle cleans up dead material within the cell • ...

Science Words! 2016-11-01

Science Words! crossword puzzle
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  1. is a membrane-bound organelle found in nearly all animal cells
  2. cells that do not contain a nucleus or any other membrane-bound organelle
  3. found only in animal cell
  4. double membrane bound organelle found in all eukaryotic organisms
  5. organism that made up of many cells
  6. ability of an organism to produce a new life
  7. organism that made up of only one cell
  8. Is a magnifying lens attached to the microscope which help in magnifying object
  9. group of cells that work together to perform specific job
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  1. consist of a jelly substance where all the other parts of the cell
  2. two or more tissues work together to perform a specific job
  3. pollination that the transfer of pollen from the anther of a flower on one plant to the stigma of a flower on another plant
  4. is a form of reproduction where two morphologically distinct types of specialized reproductive cells called gametes fuse together
  5. is the transfer of pollen from male reproductive structures to female reproductive structures in plants
  6. part of microscope that connects to the base and helps carry the microscope easily
  7. organs work together in group to perform a specific job
  8. outermost part of plant cells
  9. are made up of one or more cells and every cell comes from another cell
  10. .is a membrane bound structure that contains cell hereditary inform
  11. basic unit of living things

20 Clues: found only in animal cell • basic unit of living things • outermost part of plant cells • organism that made up of many cells • organism that made up of only one cell • ability of an organism to produce a new life • organs work together in group to perform a specific job • group of cells that work together to perform specific job • ...

Imm Acronyms 2023-09-30

Imm Acronyms crossword puzzle
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  1. Transcription factor expressed in Treg cells
  2. Membrane attack complex: end product of the Complement cascade
  3. C-reactive protein: acute phase protein
  4. Mannose-binding lectin: soluble acute phase response protein
  5. lipopolysaccharide: a cell wall component of gram negative bacteria
  6. autoimmune regulator
  7. Immunoglobulin, protein family to which antibodies and B-cell receptors belong
  8. Family names of chemokines, chemicals that are a sub-class of cytokines
  9. Human leukocyte antigen
  10. Dendritic cell: a type of APC that presents antigen in the context of MHC to T cells
  11. B-cell receptor
  12. Human immunodeficiency virus
  13. Fragment with antigen binding: the part of an antibody responsible for antigen binding
  14. Cytotoxic T lymphocytes: CD8+ T cells
  15. Pattern recognition receptors: receptors on immune cells and epithelial cells that recognize and bind to PAMPs on microbes
  16. antibody dependent cellular cytotoxicity
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  1. Interferon: family name for cytokines
  2. Pathogen associated molecular patterns
  3. cell adhesion molecule
  4. Intracellular adhesion molecules: cells surface ligands
  5. B lymphocyte
  6. antigen- recognized i by antibodies or B cell receptor,
  7. Major histocompatibility complex
  8. Family names of chemokine receptors, the receptors that chemokines bind to
  9. antibody, immunoglobulin secreted by plasma cells
  10. Cell mediated immunity: adaptive immune responses
  11. Highly active anti-retroviral therapy
  12. Complementarity determining regions: the regions of the antigen binding loops
  13. antigen presenting cell
  14. acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
  15. Cluster of differentiation: designation for specific cell-surface molecules

31 Clues: B lymphocyte • B-cell receptor • autoimmune regulator • cell adhesion molecule • Human leukocyte antigen • antigen presenting cell • Human immunodeficiency virus • Major histocompatibility complex • acquired immunodeficiency syndrome • Interferon: family name for cytokines • Highly active anti-retroviral therapy • Cytotoxic T lymphocytes: CD8+ T cells • ...

Unit 3 Cell Structure and Function Test Review 2023-10-02

Unit 3 Cell Structure and Function Test Review crossword puzzle
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  1. Long whip-like projections that help the cell move
  2. Site of photosynthesis in a plant cell
  3. When certain parts of the DNA become activated, cells become specialized
  4. Tool that allows scientists to view objects that are too small to see with your eyes
  5. Brain or nerve cells that have a cell body, dendrite, and axon
  6. Organelle that stores food, water, waste, etc.
  7. A group of specialized cells that perform a specific function
  8. Organisms made up of more than one cell
  9. Boundary that controls what enters or exits the cell
  10. A group of organs that work together to perform a specific function
  11. Short hair-like projections that help the cell move
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  1. Type of cells that are smaller, less complex, and have circular DNA
  2. Blood cell that fights off invaders in your body
  3. The control center of the cell that stores DNA
  4. Organelle that converts sugar into usable energy in the cell
  5. Specialized cell that transports oxygen throughout your body
  6. Organisms made up of only one cell
  7. A group of tissues that work together to perform a specific function
  8. Provides structure and support to plant cells
  9. Jelly-like substance that surrounds the cell organelles
  10. Type of cells that are larger, more complex, and contain many organelles
  11. Organelle that makes proteins
  12. Smallest unit of life
  13. Undifferentiated cells that have the potential to become a specialized cell

24 Clues: Smallest unit of life • Organelle that makes proteins • Organisms made up of only one cell • Site of photosynthesis in a plant cell • Organisms made up of more than one cell • Provides structure and support to plant cells • The control center of the cell that stores DNA • Organelle that stores food, water, waste, etc. • Blood cell that fights off invaders in your body • ...

A2 IAL Biology Vocabulary - Topic 8 2024-05-05

A2 IAL Biology Vocabulary - Topic 8 crossword puzzle
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  1. brain imaging technique that detects differences between oxy- and deoxy-haemoglobin
  2. long cytoplasmic extension of nerve cells
  3. neurotransmitter used at the neuromuscular junction
  4. this is the period when a second action potential cannot be generated
  5. light-sensitive pigmnet in rod cells
  6. brain region responsible for conscious thought, control of movement and sensory processing etc etc
  7. non-protein component of the pigment in rod cells
  8. gap formed between Schwann cells
  9. blocks voltage-gated sodium channels
  10. brain region that contains control centres for e.g. control of breathing and heart rates
  11. nerve conduction along myelinated nerve cells
  12. splitting of the light-sensitive pigment in rod cells, caused by light
  13. -70mV
  14. CNS = brain and ...
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  1. when this is reached an action potential is generated
  2. detects a stimulus
  3. plant hormone causing phototropic responses
  4. light-sensitive plant pigment
  5. caused by potassium channels being slower to close
  6. +45mV
  7. nerve cell
  8. type of nerve cell that connects to an effector
  9. gap between nerve cells
  10. ion required for neurotransmitter release
  11. precursor to dopamine, used to treat Parkinson's disease
  12. essential for transmission of a nerve impulse across a synapse
  13. neurotranmitter lacking in Parkinson's disease
  14. plant hormone involved in seed germination
  15. decrease in the response to a repeated harmless stimulus
  16. ion whose movement causes depolarisation

30 Clues: +45mV • -70mV • nerve cell • detects a stimulus • CNS = brain and ... • gap between nerve cells • light-sensitive plant pigment • gap formed between Schwann cells • light-sensitive pigmnet in rod cells • blocks voltage-gated sodium channels • ion whose movement causes depolarisation • long cytoplasmic extension of nerve cells • ion required for neurotransmitter release • ...

Cell Cycle 2024-10-31

Cell Cycle crossword puzzle
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  1. Cytosine pairs with this nitrogenous base
  2. Has a trunk
  3. Thymine pairs with this nitrogenous base
  4. the part of the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its life
  5. enzyme responsible for unzipping the double helix DNA strand
  6. Flying mammal
  7. Likes to chase mice
  8. Man's best friend
  9. virus that weakens your immune system and lowers your white blood cell count
  10. Large marsupial
  11. nonliving particle that requires a host cell to reproduce
  12. Famous vampire
  13. this phrase describes the shape of a DNA molecule
  14. when cancer cells divide too much, they form these
  15. cancer cells do not obey these
  16. Living undead
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  1. the phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and carries out its functions
  2. this body system is in charge of fighting cancer cells
  3. when cells divide uncontrollably
  4. this is what is formed by DNA helicase
  5. enzyme responsible for adding nucleotides to the new DNA strand
  6. the phase of the cell cycle where the two cells completely separate
  7. Country that Mr. Rivas used to live in
  8. Ugly or grotesque creature that can be found in fair tales
  9. a unit of DNA. You receive 23 of these from each parent
  10. the part of the cell cycle where DNA replicates
  11. the phase of the cell cycle when the cells divide
  12. Your cells divide so that your body can do this

28 Clues: Has a trunk • Flying mammal • Living undead • Famous vampire • Large marsupial • Man's best friend • Likes to chase mice • cancer cells do not obey these • when cells divide uncontrollably • this is what is formed by DNA helicase • Country that Mr. Rivas used to live in • Thymine pairs with this nitrogenous base • Cytosine pairs with this nitrogenous base • ...

Chapter 26 Circulation and Gas Exchange 2025-05-09

Chapter 26 Circulation and Gas Exchange crossword puzzle
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  1. relatively inelastic, large vessels that carry blood from the body tissues to the heart
  2. the other type of agranulocytes
  3. 1 of the two types of agranulocytes
  4. when B cells are activated, they divide and differentiate to produce
  5. elastic blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart to organs
  6. the least numerous WBC
  7. originate in the bone marrow and colonize the lymphoid tissue, where they mature and contrast
  8. specialized system in which a muscular, pumping heart moves the fluid medium called either hemolymph or blood in a specific direction
  9. is the straw colored liquid part of blood
  10. phagocytic and ingest foreign proteins and immune complexes rather than bacteria
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  1. the heart pumps hemolymph out into the body cavity or at least through parts of the cavity
  2. disk shaped cell fragments that initiate blood clotting
  3. supplies nutrients for all body cells lining the cavity
  4. the coelomic fluid, hemolymph, or blood of most animals contains circulating cells called blood cells or
  5. the circulating fluid of animals with an open circulatory system
  6. are associated with and influenced by the thymus gland
  7. blood circulates in the confines of tubular vessels
  8. blood + poiein
  9. plasma from which the proteins involved in blood clotting have been removed
  10. those closest to a capillary
  11. the most numerous of the white blood cells

21 Clues: blood + poiein • the least numerous WBC • those closest to a capillary • the other type of agranulocytes • 1 of the two types of agranulocytes • is the straw colored liquid part of blood • the most numerous of the white blood cells • blood circulates in the confines of tubular vessels • are associated with and influenced by the thymus gland • ...

Cells Crossword Puzzle 2025-11-19

Cells Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. This organelle turns sunlight into energy
  2. This scientist discovered that all plants are made up of cells (Last Name!)
  3. A dog barking at the doorbell is an example of...
  4. These brothers created the compound microscope (Last Name!)
  5. This organelle is the powerhouse of the cell that creates energy from food
  6. This scientist discovered that all cells come from pre-existing cells (Last Name!)
  7. This organelle sorts and packages protein for transport
  8. This organelle holds water and nutrients
  9. The smallest units of life are called...
  10. This organelle creates protein
  11. This scientist discovered that all animals are made up of cells (Last Name!)
  12. This organelle moves protein
  13. This organelle controls the cell and contains the DNA
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  1. An iguana sneezing out salt when there's too much of it in their blood is an example of...
  2. A Human eating a cheeseburger is an example of...
  3. This organelle protects the cell and gives it shape
  4. This organelle is the gel the other organelles float in
  5. When a sunflower creates seeds, this is an example of...
  6. Membrane, This organelle controls what enters and exits the cell
  7. When a caterpillar turns into a butterfly, this is an example of...
  8. All living things are made of __________ or more cells
  9. This scientist named "cells" after the rooms the monks lived in (Last Name!)

22 Clues: This organelle moves protein • This organelle creates protein • This organelle holds water and nutrients • The smallest units of life are called... • This organelle turns sunlight into energy • A Human eating a cheeseburger is an example of... • A dog barking at the doorbell is an example of... • This organelle protects the cell and gives it shape • ...

Word Work #10 2024-11-26

Word Work #10 crossword puzzle
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  1. human reproductive cells
  2. reproduction reproductive process that involves 2 parents
  3. half the # of chromosomes of the parent cells
  4. cells containing 2 complete sets of chromosomes
  5. reproductive process that involves 1 parent
  6. sperm and egg
  7. New cells produced by cell division
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  1. cells join to form new cells
  2. Asexual reproduction in bacteria
  3. a thread-like,gene-carrying structure
  4. same number of chromosomes
  5. a part of asexual reproduction
  6. a complex molecule that makes up the chromosomes
  7. Diversity a measure of the genetic variations

14 Clues: sperm and egg • human reproductive cells • same number of chromosomes • cells join to form new cells • a part of asexual reproduction • Asexual reproduction in bacteria • New cells produced by cell division • a thread-like,gene-carrying structure • reproductive process that involves 1 parent • half the # of chromosomes of the parent cells • ...

Word Work #10 2024-11-26

Word Work #10 crossword puzzle
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  1. reproductive process that involves 2 parents
  2. New cells produced by cell division
  3. half the # of chromosomes of the parent cells
  4. Asexual reproduction in bacteria
  5. same number of chromosomes
  6. Diversity a measure of the genetic variations
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  1. reproductive process that involves 1 parent
  2. cells join to form new cells
  3. human reproductive cells
  4. a complex molecule that makes up the chromosomes
  5. a thread-like,gene-carrying structure
  6. cells containing 2 complete sets of chromosomes
  7. sperm and egg
  8. a part of asexual reproduction

14 Clues: sperm and egg • human reproductive cells • same number of chromosomes • cells join to form new cells • a part of asexual reproduction • Asexual reproduction in bacteria • New cells produced by cell division • a thread-like,gene-carrying structure • reproductive process that involves 1 parent • reproductive process that involves 2 parents • ...

Immunology Exam #1 Review 2021-07-05

Immunology Exam #1 Review crossword puzzle
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  1. The layer of blood that contains platelets, nutrients, and hormones
  2. histamines and can create an allergic reaction
  3. A type of bacteria that has a thick layer of peptidoglycan
  4. The molecule in charge of presenting an antigen to killer T cells and is important in organ transplants
  5. The vesicle inside a phagosome that houses the chemicals needed to break down a particle
  6. A cytokine produced by helper T cells and natural killer cells
  7. A molecule always found on the surface of neutrophils(abbreviation)
  8. A protein found within blood vessels after receiving signals from IL-1 and TNF
  9. A protein found on neutrophils that can bind to ICAM after receiving the appropriate signals
  10. The molecule in charge of presenting antigens to helper T cells and are only found on APC's
  11. The stage of a macrophage in which it begins to express more class 2 MHC molecules and phagocytizes invaders
  12. The process of engulfing a particle(bacteria, virus, etc) to destroy it
  13. T cell that helps keep the immune system "in check"
  14. The type of feedback loop most commonly found within the immune system. This system brings the body temporarily away from homeostasis
  15. A class of immune system invader that is not considered to be living
  16. A granulocytic cell in charge of killing large invaders such as parasites
  17. The complement pathway that is spontaneous
  18. The stage of a macrophage in which much larger invaders can be phagocytized and TNF is secreted
  19. The body's specific third line of defense that is capable of immunologic memory
  20. A short-lived granulocytic cell that acts as our bodies main mechanism for killing invaders
  21. A long-lived phagocytic cell that lives in the body's tissues
  22. A class of immune system invader whose cell wall is made of chitin
  23. A bodily substance that moves with the help of gravity and muscle movement
  24. Chemicals such as c3a and c5a that can recruit other immune cells
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  1. A class of immune system invader that can reach considerable sizes
  2. A tool used by the innate immune system to recognize the general properties of pathogens(abbreviated)
  3. The vesicle inside a phagosome where an engulfed particle is first placed
  4. The complement pathway where MBL binds to mannose on pathogens
  5. The receptor on the natural killer cell that binds to class 1 MHC on other cells; prevents their destruction
  6. A type of immune cell in charge of
  7. T cell that can kill virus-infected cells
  8. The body's non-specific second line of defense
  9. Region of an antibody that can bind to antigens
  10. The process in which B or T cells, once bound to their cognate antigen, proliferate to form many copies of these cells
  11. The class of interferons that are capable of killing virus-infected cells and warning other cells of the virus
  12. Region of an antibody that determines its class(IgG, IgA, etc). Also called the "constant region"
  13. A type of bacteria that has a thin layer of peptidoglycan and LPS on the outer surface
  14. An example of the bodies first line of defense
  15. A granulocytic cell in charge of killing large invaders such as parasites and releasing histamine. The least common leukocyte
  16. The lineage that can give rise to cells such as T and B cells
  17. The lineage that can give rise to cells such as platelets, erythrocytes, macrophages, etc
  18. The system that is a part of the innate immune system and has ~ 20 proteins to kill invaders/attract other immune cells to help in an attack
  19. T cell that acts as a guide for other immune system cells
  20. The layer of blood that contains the white blood cells/leukocytes
  21. The stage of a macrophage in which it mainly cleans up debris
  22. The location where all blood cells initially begin
  23. The receptor on the natural killer cell that binds to pathogen-specific carbs/proteins; gives the "okay" to kill
  24. A protein always found within blood vessels(abbreviation)
  25. The cell capable of killing tumor cells, cells infected by viruses, and other invaders by way of inducing suicide
  26. A short-lived cell that acts as the bridge between the innate and adaptive immune system
  27. A general characteristic that can be found on a wide array of pathogens(LPS, etc)

51 Clues: A type of immune cell in charge of • T cell that can kill virus-infected cells • The complement pathway that is spontaneous • histamines and can create an allergic reaction • The body's non-specific second line of defense • An example of the bodies first line of defense • Region of an antibody that can bind to antigens • ...

Chapter five 2025-01-08

Chapter five crossword puzzle
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  1. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is less than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
  2. life. Processes that maintain homeostasis include getting nutrition, expelling wastes, and responding
  3. (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.
  4. The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles. Also called the cytosol.
  5. Structures found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform the various functions cells need to stay alive.
  6. The cellular organelle that processes and packages proteins in preparation for secreting them from a cell.
  7. The genetic material of eukaryotic cells consisting of DNA and associated proteins.
  8. A stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast.
  9. Describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membranetbound organelles.
  10. The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane.
  11. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is greater than the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
  12. A spherical structure within a eukaryotic cell’s nucleus where ribosomes are manufactured.
  13. The internal balance within the systems of living organisms that must be kept stable in order to
  14. 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.
  15. (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.
  16. A structure made of two or more tissues that work together to perform a particular function.
  17. A protective coating found outside the cell walls of many bacteria.
  18. The cellular organelle that directs the proteinbuilding process.
  19. The cellular organelle in which aerobic respiration takes place to release energy from food.
  20. A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes.
  21. A whiptlike cellular organelle similar in structure to a cilium but longer and used primarily for movement in many bacteria.
  22. A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process enhances the process itself.
  23. A group of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function.
  24. from the organism.
  25. A non­pigmented cellular organelle found in plant cells whose functions include storing starches, lipids, and proteins.
  26. An organism consisting of two or more cells and whose cells may not live independently
  27. A cellular organelle found in plant cells that contains the pigment chlorophyll and is the site where photosynthesis takes place.
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  1. tube-like structure located near the cell periphery
  2. 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.
  3. A thin layer of phospholipids and proteins that defines the boundary of a cell.
  4. The structure within cells that helps define their shape, maintains internal organization, and aids in
  5. An organelle in plant cells that holds materials and helps maintain the cell’s shape through turgor pressure.
  6. The movement of substances across a cell membrane without the need for energy.
  7. and movement.
  8. An organism consisting of only one cell.
  9. A cellular signaling mechanism in which the product of a particular process inhibits the process itself.
  10. a cellular organelle composed of many folds of tissues and channels
  11. A rigid structure made by cells of plants, fungi, and most bacteria to surround the cell membrane.
  12. A cellular organelle that functions in the organization of microtubules.
  13. Describes a solution whose solute concentration is equal to the solute concentration of the cytoplasm in a cell.
  14. a short microscopic hairlike vibrating structure found in large numbers on the surface of certain cells, either causing currents in the surrounding fluid, or, in some protozoans and other small organisms, providing propulsion.
  15. The pressure exerted by water in a full central vacuole upon the cytoplasm and cell membrane of a plant cell; maintains plant rigidity.
  16. The non-membranerbound region in prokaryotic cells that contains most of the genetic material.
  17. A type of passive transport in which substances can move across a cell membrane through special protein channels embedded in the membrane.
  18. the environment.
  19. A group of cells that are specialized to perform a particular function.
  20. The diffusion of water molecules through a semipermeable membrane.
  21. Describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membranetbound organelles.

48 Clues: and movement. • the environment. • from the organism. • An organism consisting of only one cell. • tube-like structure located near the cell periphery • A cellular organelle that contains digestive enzymes. • A stack of disk-shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast. • The two layers of phospholipids that make up a cell membrane. • ...

Chapter 6 Review 2013-10-11

Chapter 6 Review crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Also Called A Bruise
  2. Iron-Containing Pigment
  3. Another Name For White Blood Cells
  4. Genetic Disorder That Causes Erythocytes To Become a Curved/Non Circular Shape. These Cells Are Fragile.
  5. Transportation System of Gases, Nutrients & Waste
  6. A Person With This Type Of Blood Is Called A Universal Donor
  7. Condition of Having To Few Blood Cells
  8. The Average Adult Has About ____ Liters of Blood
  9. Another Word for Red Blood Cells
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  1. Abbreviation For Bone Marrow Transplant
  2. Process That Produces Blood Cells From Bone Marrow
  3. Part of the Blood That Helps Fight Infection and Disease
  4. Abbreviation For Basophils
  5. Condition of Having To Many Red Blood Cells
  6. A Person With This Type of Blood Is Considered A Universal Receiver
  7. Blood Clotting Process

16 Clues: Also Called A Bruise • Blood Clotting Process • Iron-Containing Pigment • Abbreviation For Basophils • Another Word for Red Blood Cells • Another Name For White Blood Cells • Condition of Having To Few Blood Cells • Abbreviation For Bone Marrow Transplant • Condition of Having To Many Red Blood Cells • The Average Adult Has About ____ Liters of Blood • ...

Mitosis, Cancer, DNA Replication. 2023-02-23

Mitosis, Cancer, DNA Replication. crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a cell needs to ____ their dna before replication
  2. trna carries _____
  3. a small circular DNA strand in the cytoplasm of a bacterium
  4. dna is transferred between bacteria via a pilus
  5. a phase where a cell splits into two cells
  6. chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell
  7. 90% of a cell's cell cycle
  8. a phase in interphase where dna is replicated
  9. a collection of rapidly growing cancer cells
  10. makes proteins, lives in the cytoplasm
  11. cancer cells do not metasize
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  1. chromosomes are replicated and the bacterial cell splits into 2 new cells
  2. cancer cells do metasize
  3. the middle of chromosomes where the chromatids connect
  4. dna is transferred between bacteria cells via a virus
  5. coiled up dna

16 Clues: coiled up dna • trna carries _____ • cancer cells do metasize • 90% of a cell's cell cycle • cancer cells do not metasize • makes proteins, lives in the cytoplasm • a phase where a cell splits into two cells • a collection of rapidly growing cancer cells • chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell • a phase in interphase where dna is replicated • ...

Cell Structure 2023-12-03

Cell Structure crossword puzzle
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  1. The control center of the cell that contains genetic material.
  2. The rigid outer layer in plant cells that gives them structural support.
  3. Small structures within cells that perform specific functions.
  4. The process by which cells break down glucose to release energy.
  5. The powerhouse of the cell, responsible for generating ATP.
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  1. The outer boundary of the cell that regulates what enters and exits.
  2. The jelly-like substance within the cell, excluding the nucleus.
  3. The organelle responsible for packaging and transporting proteins.
  4. The fluid-filled sacs in plant cells that store water, nutrients, and waste.
  5. The site of protein synthesis in the cell.
  6. The green pigment in plant cells that captures light energy for photosynthesis.
  7. The process by which cells divide to form new cells.
  8. This cellular structure provides support and protection in plant cells.
  9. Tiny hair-like structures on the surface of some cells, used for movement.

14 Clues: The site of protein synthesis in the cell. • The process by which cells divide to form new cells. • The powerhouse of the cell, responsible for generating ATP. • The control center of the cell that contains genetic material. • Small structures within cells that perform specific functions. • The jelly-like substance within the cell, excluding the nucleus. • ...

Blood Crossword 2024-05-06

Blood Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the term for the process of making red blood cells
  2. also known as white blood cells, help mount immune responses
  3. a lack of red blood cells is termed this condition
  4. stimulates the formation of erythrocytes
  5. white blood cells characterized by a lack of visible cytoplasmic granules.
  6. found within red blood cells responsible for transporting oxygen
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  1. these cells help to transport oxygen in the blood
  2. makes up 55% of blood
  3. white blood cells characterized by obvious membrane bound cytoplasmic granules
  4. has two types B and T
  5. largest WBC's, U or large kidney bean shaped nucleus.Engulf large bacterial organisms and virus infected cells.
  6. abundant in the linings of the respiratory and leads attack against parasitic worms
  7. rarest of the white blood cells, has large but few granules
  8. account for 50-70% of overall WBC count purple color, has many fine granules in the cytoplasm

14 Clues: makes up 55% of blood • has two types B and T • stimulates the formation of erythrocytes • these cells help to transport oxygen in the blood • the term for the process of making red blood cells • a lack of red blood cells is termed this condition • rarest of the white blood cells, has large but few granules • also known as white blood cells, help mount immune responses • ...

BHS 316 Exam One 2022-01-18

BHS 316 Exam One crossword puzzle
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  1. This stage of readiness can be activated by Interferon gamma (or IFN-g); in this stage, macrophages are reasonably good killers against pathogens.
  2. The MHC molecules that inform helper T cells that there are problems outside a cell (the answer is two words).
  3. This stage of readiness of macrophages is induced by LPS or mannose from pathogens.
  4. This type of interferon's responsibility is to interfere with viral replication (the answer is two words).
  5. The type of T cell that is a potent weapon that can destroy virus-infected cells directly.
  6. The type of T cell that secrete chemical messages among immune cells to coordinate the immune response across the immune system.
  7. Solves the problem of "how does the immune system know which B cells to make more of?"(the answer is two words).
  8. This part of an antibody determines the class of immune system cells that it binds to and determines its function. This is also the "tail" of the antibody (the answer is two words).
  9. This is only expressed after neutrophils bind to selectin.
  10. The process of macrophages engulfing and ingesting larger bacterium.
  11. These cells have the unique capability of self-renewal (the answer is two words).
  12. These are designed to recognize "danger signals" from microbial attacks(the answer is three words).
  13. The producers of antibodies (the answer is one letter followed by one word).
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  1. This type of pathway is characterized by its spontaneous nature and follow no clear pattern.
  2. The first line of defense in the immune system; acts like a barrier against pathogens (includes mucus and skin) (the answer is two words).
  3. This occurs when the product of a reaction leads to an increase in the reaction, which makes a system move further away frim equilibrium (the answer is three words).
  4. The portion of an antibody that binds to an antigen. This is also the "hands" of the antibody (the answer is two words).
  5. In this stage of readiness, macrophages mostly do nothing but proliferate and serve as "garbage collectors" to dead cells.
  6. The type of T cell that helps restrain the immune system so it does not overreact.
  7. The MHC molecules that alert killer T cells when something is not right inside a cell (the answer is two words).
  8. If macrophages get overwhelmed by an infectious agents, they first recruit this kind of cell to help.
  9. Integrin on the surface of a neutrophil binds to this protein on the endothelial cells of blood vessels to stop a neutrophil from moving.
  10. This compound is found on the surface of cells of a broad array of pathogens but not the cells of humans.
  11. When the C3 complement protein is split, this will happen to the C3b fragment by a water molecule if it does not immediately run into a suitable chemical signal.
  12. This system builds membrane destroy invaders by building attack complexes, tag invaders for destruction by phagocytosis, and alert/direct cells to fight foreign material (the answer is two words).
  13. This is only expressed when IL-1 and TNF signal an invasion nearby
  14. These type of cells make the decision to destroy or not destroy a particular infected cell through activating and inhibitory receptors (the answer is two words).
  15. Proteins that are secreted by immune cells to communicate with other cells.
  16. This type of pathway is much more strategic than other pathways because it is targeted by mannose-binding lectins.

29 Clues: This is only expressed after neutrophils bind to selectin. • This is only expressed when IL-1 and TNF signal an invasion nearby • The process of macrophages engulfing and ingesting larger bacterium. • Proteins that are secreted by immune cells to communicate with other cells. • The producers of antibodies (the answer is one letter followed by one word). • ...

Mitosis VS Meiosis 2022-06-06

Mitosis VS Meiosis crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Cell grows, performs its normal functions, and prepares for division
  2. Think "Ha...Half"; This is a cell that has half the number of chromosomes (All gametes are haploid)
  3. A type of cell division where 1 cell divides twice to create 4 genetically different haploid cells, The cells that are made are the gametes (reproductive cells).
  4. A zygote is a fertilized egg (diploid cell)
  5. Body cells, Any cells in the body other than reproductive cells
  6. paired chromosomes that have the same genes
  7. A gamete is a haploid reproductive cell (sperm cells and egg cells)
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  1. Chromosomes become visable, nuclear envelop dissolves, spindle forms
  2. Division of the cytoplasm during cell division
  3. means 2; this is a cell that has paired chromosomes (All body cells are diploid)
  4. the final phase of cell division, between anaphase and interphase, in which the chromatids or chromosomes move to opposite ends of the cell and two nuclei are formed. THINK=T for TWO
  5. DNA with the genes of an organism that is found in the nucleus of a cell
  6. the action or process of fertilizing an egg, female animal, or plant, involving the fusion of male and female gametes to form a zygote.
  7. Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell-THINK META=MIDDLE
  8. Phase of mitosis in which the chromosomes separate and move to opposite ends of the cell-THINK: ANA=AWAY or ANA OPPOSITE
  9. A type of cell division where 1 cell divides into 2 genetically identical cells. Used for growth of an organism or to replace damaged cells.

16 Clues: A zygote is a fertilized egg (diploid cell) • paired chromosomes that have the same genes • Division of the cytoplasm during cell division • Body cells, Any cells in the body other than reproductive cells • Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell-THINK META=MIDDLE • A gamete is a haploid reproductive cell (sperm cells and egg cells) • ...

Rowena Colbrook n10227334 2018-08-05

Rowena Colbrook n10227334 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Takes place continuously, resulting in acceleration of cell cycle
  2. These cells divide into three or more ________-_____ during mitosis
  3. The arrangement of cells when together
  4. Describe the size and shape of the cell
  5. Type of cell
  6. What the cells form
  7. The type of cells that do not detect these harmful cells
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  1. Scarce and intensely coloured or pale
  2. What the cells do instead of dying or repairing
  3. The nutrients needed of these cells to grow
  4. The feature that occurs in ordinary bodily cells, but does not occur in these unhealthy cells.
  5. Cells do not require oxygen but rely on _______

12 Clues: Type of cell • What the cells form • Scarce and intensely coloured or pale • The arrangement of cells when together • Describe the size and shape of the cell • The nutrients needed of these cells to grow • What the cells do instead of dying or repairing • Cells do not require oxygen but rely on _______ • The type of cells that do not detect these harmful cells • ...

Cells Review RMS 2023-09-06

Cells Review RMS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. diffusion of water across a membrane
  2. hair like projections
  3. all cells come from pre-exising cells
  4. simple cells
  5. contains instructions for building a cell
  6. lactase, insulin
  7. storage for water and substances
  8. what leeuwenhoek called organisms
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  1. plant cell only structure
  2. first person to see cells
  3. movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to an area of low
  4. transport intracellular highway
  5. example of active transport
  6. powerhouse of the cell
  7. DNA/RNA
  8. fats, waxes, oils
  9. living things come from other living things
  10. sugar, glucose

18 Clues: DNA/RNA • simple cells • sugar, glucose • lactase, insulin • fats, waxes, oils • hair like projections • powerhouse of the cell • plant cell only structure • first person to see cells • example of active transport • transport intracellular highway • storage for water and substances • what leeuwenhoek called organisms • diffusion of water across a membrane • ...

Specific Immunity 2024-03-25

Specific Immunity crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Immune system has gains experience with a pathogen
  2. Body system that collects fluid that leaks from capillaries; runs fluids through nodes and nodules
  3. protein structures that bind to antigens/ another word for antibodies
  4. method of artificially acquiring immunity to an antigen
  5. Organ that filters out antigens and damaged RBCs; reservoir for RBCs
  6. Released by Th0 cells, signaling B-cells/T-cells to activate
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  1. Immune response can differentiate between self and non-self cells
  2. filter antigens from lymphatic vessels/house B-cells and T-cells
  3. central lymphoid organ in avians where B cells mature
  4. Immune response to a specific foreign material
  5. central lymphoid organ in mammals(humans) where B cells mature
  6. Immune system can respond to any foreign material
  7. Any foreign substance that can elicit an immune response
  8. Bi-lobed gland below the thyroid where T cells mature

14 Clues: Immune response to a specific foreign material • Immune system can respond to any foreign material • Immune system has gains experience with a pathogen • central lymphoid organ in avians where B cells mature • Bi-lobed gland below the thyroid where T cells mature • method of artificially acquiring immunity to an antigen • ...

Cells 2018-05-24

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Most chemical processes take place here
  2. Protein synthesis happens here
  3. Filled with cell sap
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  1. Most energy is released by respiration
  2. Controls movement of substances into and out of the cell
  3. Contains genetic material
  4. wall Strengthens the cell
  5. Contain chlorophyll

8 Clues: Contain chlorophyll • Filled with cell sap • Contains genetic material • wall Strengthens the cell • Protein synthesis happens here • Most energy is released by respiration • Most chemical processes take place here • Controls movement of substances into and out of the cell

Cells 2020-09-12

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. It is the basic unit of life and also is the smallest thing that has all the properties of life.
  2. A part of the cell that gives a plant cell its shape.
  3. A part of the cell that controls the substance that enters or leaves the cells
  4. This cell has a cell wall and its leaf cell contains chloroplast.
  5. A part of the cell that controls all the activities in the cell and contains genetic information that is passed on from one generation to the next.
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  1. Are organisms which are made up of only one cell.
  2. A part of the cell that allows the substances to move around within the cell
  3. A part of a cell that contains chlorophyll that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

8 Clues: Are organisms which are made up of only one cell. • A part of the cell that gives a plant cell its shape. • This cell has a cell wall and its leaf cell contains chloroplast. • A part of the cell that allows the substances to move around within the cell • A part of the cell that controls the substance that enters or leaves the cells • ...

Cells 2020-09-12

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. It is the basic unit of life and also is the smallest thing that has all the properties of life.
  2. A part of the cell that gives a plant cell its shape.
  3. A part of the cell that controls the substance that enters or leaves the cells
  4. This cell has a cell wall and its leaf cell contains chloroplast.
  5. A part of the cell that controls all the activities in the cell and contains genetic information passed on from one generation to the next.
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  1. Are organisms which are made up of only one cell.
  2. A part of the cell that allows the substances to move around within the cell
  3. A part of a cell that contains chlorophyll that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

8 Clues: Are organisms which are made up of only one cell. • A part of the cell that gives a plant cell its shape. • This cell has a cell wall and its leaf cell contains chloroplast. • A part of the cell that allows the substances to move around within the cell • A part of the cell that controls the substance that enters or leaves the cells • ...

Cells 2013-07-30

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The basic structural, functional and biological unit of all known living organisms.
  2. A large and complex molecular machine, found within all living cells, that serves as the primary site of biological protein synthesis.
  3. Biological membrane that separates the interior of all cells from the outside environment.
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  1. How many steps of mitosis are there?
  2. Membrane-bound organelles containing chlorophyll that is found in photosynthetic organisms, only in plants cell.
  3. It contains most of the cell's genetic material, organized as multiple long linear DNA molecules in complex with a large variety of proteins, such as histones, to form chromosomes
  4. Responsible for manufacturing, warehousing, and shipping certain cellular products, particularly those from the endoplasmic reticulum (ER).
  5. Process by which a cell, which has previously replicated each of its chromosomes, separates the chromosomes in its cell nucleus into two identical sets of chromosomes, each set in its own new nucleus.

8 Clues: How many steps of mitosis are there? • The basic structural, functional and biological unit of all known living organisms. • Biological membrane that separates the interior of all cells from the outside environment. • Membrane-bound organelles containing chlorophyll that is found in photosynthetic organisms, only in plants cell. • ...

cells 2013-12-19

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. site of protein production
  2. package and distributes material
  3. determines what is allowed in and out of the cell
  4. only in plant cells / collects sunlight to make food
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  1. gel like substance / holds organelles in place
  2. powerhouse of cell / energy
  3. brain of cell / chromatin inside
  4. only in plant cells / provides a rigid structure

8 Clues: site of protein production • powerhouse of cell / energy • package and distributes material • brain of cell / chromatin inside • gel like substance / holds organelles in place • only in plant cells / provides a rigid structure • determines what is allowed in and out of the cell • only in plant cells / collects sunlight to make food

cells 2013-02-14

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. material/ buying jeans in a shop
  2. cell/ has chlorophyll in
  3. bosomesir
  4. Spinning Whip
Down
  1. vacule/ vacume
  2. cell/ Slime capsule
  3. airdnohcotim
  4. living organism beginning with a B

8 Clues: bosomesir • airdnohcotim • Spinning Whip • vacule/ vacume • cell/ Slime capsule • cell/ has chlorophyll in • material/ buying jeans in a shop • living organism beginning with a B

CELLS 2016-05-24

CELLS crossword puzzle
Across
  1. living substance of a cell
  2. secreted by Golgi bodies
  3. carry genes
  4. Robert Hook discovered
  5. the smallest cell is found in
Down
  1. bacteria and blue-green algae
  2. jelly like substance
  3. cell wall contains

8 Clues: carry genes • Robert Hook discovered • cell wall contains • jelly like substance • living substance of a cell • secreted by Golgi bodies • bacteria and blue-green algae • the smallest cell is found in

Cells 2022-12-13

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. where protiens are stored
  2. the cell that transports, modefies, and packages protiens and lipids into vesicles for delivery targeted destinations
  3. food producers of the cell
  4. any cell or organism that possesses a clearly defined nucleus
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  1. the spreading of something more widely
  2. the cells that generates most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell
  3. a membrane-bound cell organelle that contains digestive enzymes
  4. plant cells that form the protecive water-resistant tissue in the outer covering of tstems or tree trunks

8 Clues: where protiens are stored • food producers of the cell • the spreading of something more widely • any cell or organism that possesses a clearly defined nucleus • a membrane-bound cell organelle that contains digestive enzymes • the cells that generates most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell • ...

Cells 2023-01-26

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. ____ are in every living thing
  2. ______ organisms can be both Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
  3. _____ are structures that work together to help cells perform life processes
  4. The thing in your body that makes you, you
  5. Organisms composed of only one cell that has no nucleus
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  1. One celled organisms
  2. The ____ is the brain of the cell
  3. _____ cell's organisms include plants and animals

8 Clues: One celled organisms • ____ are in every living thing • The ____ is the brain of the cell • The thing in your body that makes you, you • _____ cell's organisms include plants and animals • ______ organisms can be both Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes • Organisms composed of only one cell that has no nucleus • ...

Cells 2023-04-13

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This usually has Ribosomes attached to it
  2. Large structure in the Nucleus
  3. Organelles that have enzymes that break down a substance
  4. This is what lets anything in or out of the cell.
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  1. This isn't found in all cells and it provides structure to the cell.
  2. Stores DNA of a cell
  3. These store the waste of a cell
  4. Fluid substance inside a cell

8 Clues: Stores DNA of a cell • Fluid substance inside a cell • Large structure in the Nucleus • These store the waste of a cell • This usually has Ribosomes attached to it • This is what lets anything in or out of the cell. • Organelles that have enzymes that break down a substance • This isn't found in all cells and it provides structure to the cell.

Cells 2023-04-17

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Known as the powerhouse of the cell, its one of the organelles
  2. A living thing, such as an animal, a plant, a bacterium, or a fungus
  3. Cells produce this when nutrients from food are converted
  4. This only exists on a plant cell and protects the outside edge
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  1. This type of organism is made up of only one cell
  2. A tiny structure that has one or more specific jobs to perform in the cell. You can think of this like a heart or a lung of a cell
  3. This is the part of the cell that holds the gene, that passes on genetic information
  4. The smallest unit that can live on its own and that makes up all living organisms and the tissues of the body

8 Clues: This type of organism is made up of only one cell • Cells produce this when nutrients from food are converted • Known as the powerhouse of the cell, its one of the organelles • This only exists on a plant cell and protects the outside edge • A living thing, such as an animal, a plant, a bacterium, or a fungus • ...

cells 2023-02-02

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. One of this equals 10ml or 8g of pure alcohol, which is around the amount of alcohol the average adult
  2. When egg and sperm meet, a zygote is formed and quickly begins dividing
  3. a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism
  4. A shaft or opening on the surface of the skin through which hair grows.
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  1. in a cell with the later b
  2. each human body hosts has 10 m
  3. word is a medical term for a living cell, such as a red blood cell.
  4. you can get it from an animal in a farm

8 Clues: in a cell with the later b • each human body hosts has 10 m • you can get it from an animal in a farm • word is a medical term for a living cell, such as a red blood cell. • When egg and sperm meet, a zygote is formed and quickly begins dividing • a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism • ...

cells 2023-02-02

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. One of this equals 10ml or 8g of pure alcohol, which is around the amount of alcohol the average adult
  2. When egg and sperm meet, a zygote is formed and quickly begins dividing
  3. a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism
  4. A shaft or opening on the surface of the skin through which hair grows.
Down
  1. in a cell with the later b
  2. each human body hosts has 10 m
  3. word is a medical term for a living cell, such as a red blood cell.
  4. you can get it from an animal in a farm

8 Clues: in a cell with the later b • each human body hosts has 10 m • you can get it from an animal in a farm • word is a medical term for a living cell, such as a red blood cell. • When egg and sperm meet, a zygote is formed and quickly begins dividing • a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism • ...

cells 2023-02-02

cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. One of this equals 10ml or 8g of pure alcohol, which is around the amount of alcohol the average adult
  2. When egg and sperm meet, a zygote is formed and quickly begins dividing
  3. a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism
  4. A shaft or opening on the surface of the skin through which hair grows.
Down
  1. in a cell with the later b
  2. each human body hosts has 10 m
  3. word is a medical term for a living cell, such as a red blood cell.
  4. you can get it from an animal in a farm

8 Clues: in a cell with the later b • each human body hosts has 10 m • you can get it from an animal in a farm • word is a medical term for a living cell, such as a red blood cell. • When egg and sperm meet, a zygote is formed and quickly begins dividing • a small mass of living substance capable of developing into an organism • ...

Cells 2021-02-26

Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. It is a thick solution that fills each cell and is enclosed by the cell membrane.
  2. A rigid layer of polysaccharides laying outside the cell membrane of the cells of plants, fungi, and bacteria.
  3. A minute particle consisting of RNA and associated proteins found in large numbers in the cytoplasm of living cells.
  4. The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell.
Down
  1. A space of vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid.
  2. An organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur.
  3. A plastid that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place.
  4. The central and most important part of an object, movement, or group, forming the basis for its activity and growth.

8 Clues: The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell. • A plastid that contains chlorophyll and in which photosynthesis takes place. • It is a thick solution that fills each cell and is enclosed by the cell membrane. • A space of vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid. • ...