cells Crossword Puzzles

Cells and Microscopes 2016-10-12

Cells and Microscopes crossword puzzle
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  1. fousus on image and magnifies the image (there are two types on a microscope)
  2. supports the cell
  3. carries oxygen and is a small size
  4. controls the amount of light on the side of specimen/slide
  5. keeps substance in the cell and is on the outside
  6. increase magnification
  7. where photosynthesis occurs
  8. an inventor of the microscope
  9. uses forced light and lenses to magnify a specimen
  10. something that already exits of one the things that makes up the cell theory
  11. produces energy
  12. plants taking energy from the sun to form food
  13. where reactions happen
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  1. controls the cell's activities
  2. have a cell wall
  3. contains three parts and part of the word is also on this word search
  4. 0.0001
  5. magnifies objects
  6. on a microscope, what you look in to
  7. symbol = nm
  8. the smallest structural and functional unit of an organism
  9. a living cell by invagination of its membrane to form a vacuole.
  10. first person to invent a compound microscope
  11. supports the slide/specimen
  12. very long and shaped like a star at the end
  13. have long tails
  14. self destruction
  15. cell reproduction
  16. keeps the cell firm used for storage of food and waste

29 Clues: 0.0001 • symbol = nm • have long tails • produces energy • have a cell wall • self destruction • supports the cell • magnifies objects • cell reproduction • increase magnification • where reactions happen • supports the slide/specimen • where photosynthesis occurs • an inventor of the microscope • controls the cell's activities • carries oxygen and is a small size • ...

Cells and Microscope 2016-09-12

Cells and Microscope crossword puzzle
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  1. A measurement smaller then a millimetre but larger than a nanometer
  2. A process plants use to turn light energy into chemical energy
  3. Creator of the Compound Microscope in the 1600's
  4. Controls the amount of light on the slide/specimen
  5. A three part theory explanation of the fundamentals of cells
  6. Existing from an earlier time.
  7. Organelle in the cell where chemical reactions take place.
  8. Microscope that uses light and lenses to examine a small specimen.
  9. The building block of life that are functioning units with specialised jobs and what all living things are made of.
  10. Magnifies the specimens image
  11. Part of the microscope that increases magnification of a specimen.
  12. Organelle found in a plant cell made up of cellulose to provide the cell with structure.
  13. One function of a cell where cells divide
  14. A Cell function where cells absorb things outside there membrane.
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  1. One of the cells function that involves the cells self destructing.
  2. Scientist that came up with the term "The Cell" after seeing pieces of cork under a microscope.
  3. Organelle in a cell made up of Fats that controls what goes in and out of a cell.
  4. Organelle of the cell that supplies energy and is the powerhouse of the cell.
  5. Organelle of a cell that contains DNA and controls what the cell does.
  6. A microscope which uses a lenses close to the object being observed to collect light.
  7. Type of blood cell that carries oxygen.
  8. Organelle found in plant cells that contains cell sap and keeps the cell firm.
  9. Type of cell that makes up plants
  10. Part of a microscope that increases the magnification
  11. Cells that make up the nerves system.
  12. Where the specimen is placed on the microscope.
  13. Organelle found in a plant cell that contains chlorophyll needed for photosynthesis and what makes plants green
  14. A measurement smaller than a micrometer and equals one billionth of a meter
  15. A cell of the male used for reproduction

29 Clues: Magnifies the specimens image • Existing from an earlier time. • Type of cell that makes up plants • Cells that make up the nerves system. • Type of blood cell that carries oxygen. • A cell of the male used for reproduction • One function of a cell where cells divide • Where the specimen is placed on the microscope. • Creator of the Compound Microscope in the 1600's • ...

Cells and Organelles 2016-01-28

Cells and Organelles crossword puzzle
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  1. Short whip-like extensions of the plasma membrane surface which propels outside substances.
  2. Cellular phase for final division of the cell, indicated by the prominent cleavage furrow of the cell membrane.
  3. Condensed chromatin used in replication of the cell.
  4. Cellular phase for stages outside of mitosis.
  5. Gel-like substance that fills the cell's interior.
  6. Packages proteins for transport inside and outside of the cell.
  7. Translates mRNA from the nucleus to synthesize proteins.
  8. Second stage of mitosis; chromosomes are pulled to the midline of the cell.
  9. Cellular phase for replication.
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  1. Projections of the plasma membrane which were developed to increase the cell's surface area.
  2. Appear when cells must undergo mitosis.
  3. The "powerhouse" of the cell; where ATP is synthesized.
  4. Extensions of the plasma membrane surface that can propel the cell.
  5. Organelle that includes a "smooth" region for lipid synthesis and a "rough" region for protein synthesis.
  6. Site where rRNA (ribosomes) are synthesized.
  7. Main site for chromatin and mRNA synthesis.
  8. The "suicide sac" that contributes to cellular digestion and metabolism.
  9. Can neutralize free radicals because of the catalase and oxidase enzymes it contains.
  10. Fourth stage of mitosis; nuclear membrane begins to develop around the de-condensing chromosomes.
  11. Third stage of mitosis; chromosomes are pulled away from the midline of the cell.
  12. First stage of mitosis; condensing of the chromatin and breakdown of the nuclear membrane.

21 Clues: Cellular phase for replication. • Appear when cells must undergo mitosis. • Main site for chromatin and mRNA synthesis. • Site where rRNA (ribosomes) are synthesized. • Cellular phase for stages outside of mitosis. • Gel-like substance that fills the cell's interior. • Condensed chromatin used in replication of the cell. • ...

Microscopes and Cells 2017-10-11

Microscopes and Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. Small adjustment knob on the microscope
  2. contain DNA and pass on traits
  3. used to draw labeling lines on a scientific drawing
  4. produces energy for the cell
  5. allows materials into and out of the cell
  6. jelly-like fluid that fills the cell
  7. on a microscope it supports the slide
  8. the control center of the cell
  9. gets rid of waste for the cell
  10. magnification determined by multiplying two lenses
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  1. Controls the amount of light on a microscope
  2. Passageways for transporting materials in the cell
  3. made 1st microscope and discovered cells
  4. found only in plant cells
  5. where proteins are put together in the cell
  6. contains a 10x lens
  7. Large adjustment knob on the microscope
  8. storage tank of the cell
  9. means tiny organs
  10. protects and supports the plant cell

20 Clues: means tiny organs • contains a 10x lens • storage tank of the cell • found only in plant cells • produces energy for the cell • contain DNA and pass on traits • the control center of the cell • gets rid of waste for the cell • jelly-like fluid that fills the cell • protects and supports the plant cell • on a microscope it supports the slide • ...

Introduction to Cells 2017-10-02

Introduction to Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. explanation of the relationship between cells and living things
  2. important for insulation
  3. grain sized organelles that produce proteins
  4. my category includes genetic materials
  5. organelle with a network of membranes that produce many substances, sometimes ribosomes get stuck
  6. basic unit of structure and function in living things
  7. layer that surrounds plants and some other organisms
  8. magnify's an image or object to make it look larger than it appears
  9. a group of specific cells that work together for one function
  10. large roll in muscle development
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  1. receives materials from the endoplasmic recticulum, packages them up, and distributes them to other parts of the cell
  2. captures energy from sunlight , changes it, forms energy cells can use to make food(hint: animal cells do not have them)
  3. green pigmented presented in plants
  4. controls the cell
  5. controls the substances coming in and out of a cell
  6. carry out specific functions within a cell
  7. I am useful for a fast energy source
  8. converts energy stored in food to energy a cell can use to function
  9. stores needed materials for a cell such as food and water
  10. gel like substance that fills the region between the necleous and the cell membrane
  11. contain substances that break down larger particles into smaller particles

21 Clues: controls the cell • important for insulation • large roll in muscle development • green pigmented presented in plants • I am useful for a fast energy source • my category includes genetic materials • carry out specific functions within a cell • grain sized organelles that produce proteins • controls the substances coming in and out of a cell • ...

Cells & Microscope Crossword 2016-08-08

Cells & Microscope Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Cells the move through veins.
  2. Most simple microscope
  3. Storage in cells.
  4. Inventor of the microscope.
  5. Organelle found in a plant that makes light into sugar.
  6. Instrument that uses visible light and magnifying lenses to look at very small objects.
  7. Division process cell.
  8. The central of the cell
  9. The simplest optical microscope is the magnifying glass
  10. A neutron
  11. Makes up much of a cell inside the cell membrane. (Jellylike material)
  12. The main muscle of breathing.
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  1. Unit of spatial measurement that is 10-6 meter.
  2. Process of a living cell takes up molecules bound to its surface.
  3. Process that a plant makes its food.
  4. Instrument that is used to magnify small objects.
  5. Cell that helps digest.
  6. English Philosopher, architect and polymath
  7. Describes that something has existed before.
  8. Small things making up a plant.
  9. Genetically controlled process that leads to death of cells.
  10. First layer of a plant cell.
  11. A transparent material.
  12. Small things making up living things.
  13. A cell that comes from the male sexual organ.
  14. Thin flexible layer around the cell.
  15. Describes the properties of cells.
  16. Unit of spatial measurement that is 10-9 meter.
  17. Point, period, or step in a process.

29 Clues: A neutron • Storage in cells. • Most simple microscope • Division process cell. • Cell that helps digest. • A transparent material. • The central of the cell • Inventor of the microscope. • First layer of a plant cell. • Cells the move through veins. • The main muscle of breathing. • Small things making up a plant. • Describes the properties of cells. • ...

Cells And Transport 2022-03-16

Cells And Transport crossword puzzle
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  1. covers the nucleus
  2. function of proteins in CM
  3. father of cells
  4. stores water and waste
  5. janitors of the cell
  6. has a water loving and water hating end
  7. movement of water
  8. requires energy
  9. powers the cell
  10. all cells come from other cells
  11. supports cell organelles
  12. has no nucleus
  13. waterloving
  14. makes proteins
  15. solar energy provider
  16. movt of stuff from high to low concentration
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  1. type of cell that has a cell wall
  2. function of the CM
  3. cell identification
  4. UPS center
  5. absorbs the solar energy
  6. stores DNA
  7. more concentrated
  8. cell drinking
  9. in between nucleus & CM
  10. stuff leaves the cell

26 Clues: UPS center • stores DNA • waterloving • cell drinking • has no nucleus • makes proteins • father of cells • requires energy • powers the cell • more concentrated • movement of water • function of the CM • covers the nucleus • cell identification • janitors of the cell • stuff leaves the cell • solar energy provider • stores water and waste • in between nucleus & CM • absorbs the solar energy • ...

Cells/Mitosis/Meiosis 2022-04-02

Cells/Mitosis/Meiosis crossword puzzle
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  1. cells without a nucleus
  2. apparatus of stack membranes that processes and sorts proteins
  3. controls movement of materials in and out of cell
  4. first stage of mitosis and chromosomes condense
  5. type of reproduction, offspring are identical
  6. chromosome uncoil and nuclear membrane reforms
  7. jelly-like substance site of cell metabolism
  8. fluid filled sac that stores materials
  9. cells with a nucleus
  10. division of cell cytoplasm
  11. chromosomes along cell equator
  12. process by which cell divides its nucleus
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  1. long thread of DNA made of many genes
  2. longest cell phase preparing for division
  3. chromatids separate
  4. interconnected membranes for transport
  5. egg and sperm
  6. type of reproduction with 2 parents
  7. fertilized egg cell
  8. basic unit of life
  9. surrounds plant membrane made of cellulose
  10. storehouse for genetic information
  11. carries out photosynthesis
  12. energy powerhouse
  13. disease with uncontrolled cell division
  14. process forming gametes

26 Clues: egg and sperm • energy powerhouse • basic unit of life • chromatids separate • fertilized egg cell • cells with a nucleus • cells without a nucleus • process forming gametes • carries out photosynthesis • division of cell cytoplasm • chromosomes along cell equator • storehouse for genetic information • type of reproduction with 2 parents • long thread of DNA made of many genes • ...

Cells/Mitosis/Meiosis 2022-04-02

Cells/Mitosis/Meiosis crossword puzzle
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  1. cells without a nucleus
  2. apparatus of stack membranes that processes and sorts proteins
  3. controls movement of materials in and out of cell
  4. first stage of mitosis and chromosomes condense
  5. type of reproduction, offspring are identical
  6. chromosome uncoil and nuclear membrane reforms
  7. jelly-like substance site of cell metabolism
  8. fluid filled sac that stores materials
  9. cells with a nucleus
  10. division of cell cytoplasm
  11. chromosomes along cell equator
  12. process by which cell divides its nucleus
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  1. long thread of DNA made of many genes
  2. longest cell phase preparing for division
  3. chromatids separate
  4. interconnected membranes for transport
  5. egg and sperm
  6. type of reproduction with 2 parents
  7. fertilized egg cell
  8. basic unit of life
  9. surrounds plant membrane made of cellulose
  10. storehouse for genetic information
  11. carries out photosynthesis
  12. energy powerhouse
  13. disease with uncontrolled cell division
  14. process forming gametes

26 Clues: egg and sperm • energy powerhouse • basic unit of life • chromatids separate • fertilized egg cell • cells with a nucleus • cells without a nucleus • process forming gametes • carries out photosynthesis • division of cell cytoplasm • chromosomes along cell equator • storehouse for genetic information • type of reproduction with 2 parents • long thread of DNA made of many genes • ...

Cells/Organisms review 2022-01-07

Cells/Organisms review crossword puzzle
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  1. surrounds plant (and fungi) cells and gives them structure
  2. scientific name = _________ + species
  3. the organ system that contains the heart, blood, and blood vessels
  4. eats other organisms for food
  5. relying on each other like plants and animals
  6. waste gas produced by photosynthesis
  7. different tissues working together
  8. controls what enters and exits the cell
  9. an organism whose DNA is contained in a nucleus
  10. single-celled organism with no nucleus
  11. an organism that uses the sun to make its own food
  12. similar, specialized cells working together
  13. life process: making offspring
  14. life process: getting food
  15. food produced by photosynthesis
  16. important producer in the ocean
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  1. turning food into energy in the cell; all cells do it
  2. the green substance crucial to photosynthesis
  3. part of a cell
  4. source of energy for most processes on Earth
  5. the life process controlled by the endocrine system in humans
  6. chemical energy produced by respiration
  7. where respiration happens in the cell
  8. ingredients for a chemical reaction
  9. life process: getting rid of waste
  10. produces proteins in the cell
  11. the classification of living organisms into groups
  12. kingdom that contains amoeba, euglena and paramecium
  13. consumer which eats producers only
  14. organisms that can mate and produce fertile offspring
  15. consumer which eats other consumers
  16. part of the cell that contains chlorophyll

32 Clues: part of a cell • life process: getting food • eats other organisms for food • produces proteins in the cell • life process: making offspring • food produced by photosynthesis • important producer in the ocean • life process: getting rid of waste • different tissues working together • consumer which eats producers only • ingredients for a chemical reaction • ...

Science - Cells Vocab 2022-04-27

Science - Cells Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. a self-replicating material
  2. controls and regulates the cell
  3. a membrane-bound organelle containing digestive enzymes
  4. organisms whose cell lacks a nucleus or other organelles
  5. Helps sequester waste
  6. the smallest unit that can live on its own and that makes up all living organisms
  7. The liquid that fills the inside of the cell
  8. Keeps toxic substances out of the cell
  9. Helps transport materials that the organism needs
  10. The protein substances of the cell
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  1. threadlike strand of DNA that carries genes
  2. _____reticulum
  3. A cell that possesses a clearly defined nucleus
  4. cell a cell produced through hematopoiesis
  5. _____apparatus
  6. a small anatomically normal sac or bladder like structure
  7. a lash-like appendage used for locomotion
  8. enzymes substances that help you digest your food
  9. wall a layer around the cell that protects the cell
  10. Helps maintain cell shape
  11. Generates the cells energy
  12. lacking affinity for water
  13. _____membrane

23 Clues: _____membrane • _____reticulum • _____apparatus • Helps sequester waste • Helps maintain cell shape • Generates the cells energy • lacking affinity for water • a self-replicating material • controls and regulates the cell • The protein substances of the cell • Keeps toxic substances out of the cell • a lash-like appendage used for locomotion • ...

microscope and cells 2023-09-05

microscope and cells crossword puzzle
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  1. course
  2. eukaryotic
  3. ribosome
  4. clips
  5. fine
  6. endoplasmic
  7. reticulum
  8. golgi
  9. vaculoe
  10. lysosome
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  1. eyepiece
  2. arm
  3. membrane
  4. mitochondria
  5. body
  6. light
  7. prokaryotic
  8. base
  9. objective
  10. diaphragm
  11. stage
  12. nucleolus
  13. nucleus
  14. chloroplast
  15. wall

25 Clues: arm • body • base • fine • wall • light • clips • stage • golgi • course • nucleus • vaculoe • eyepiece • membrane • ribosome • lysosome • objective • diaphragm • nucleolus • reticulum • eukaryotic • prokaryotic • endoplasmic • chloroplast • mitochondria

Macromolecules and Cells 2023-09-13

Macromolecules and Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. Signifying over, above, high, beyond, excessive, above normal
  2. combining form. variants or sacchari- or saccharo sugar.
  3. A suffix is used to form the names of enzymes.
  4. Forming words regarding or pertaining to cells
  5. any of a class of natural or synthetic organic compounds characterized by a molecular structure of 17 carbon atoms arranged in four rings.
  6. the movement of molecules or ions across a cell membrane from a region of lower concentration to a region of higher concentration—against the concentration gradient
  7. the main type of sugar in the blood and is the major source of energy for the body's cells
  8. low, under, beneath, down, or below normal
  9. the medical term used to describe the destruction of red blood cells.
  10. The suffix used in biochemistry to form the names of sugars
  11. quantitative measure of the acidity or basicity of aqueous or other liquid solutions
  12. membrane-bound cell organelles that generate most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell's biochemical reactions
  13. a term used to refer to having a greater degree of tone, tension, or tonicity
  14. A combining form or prefix denoting many, multiplicity
  15. A carbohydrate is a biomolecule consisting of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms- found in most foods
  16. a naturally occurring, extremely complex substance that consists of amino acid residues joined by peptide bonds
  17. one that has the same osmolarity, or solute concentration, as another solution
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  1. the process by which biological fuels are oxidised in the presence of an inorganic electron acceptor, such as oxygen, to drive the bulk production of adenosine triphosphate, which contains energy
  2. the membrane found in all cells that separates the interior of the cell from the outside environment.
  3. the unfolding or breaking up of a protein, modifying its standard three-dimensional structure
  4. a type of membrane transport that does not require energy to move substances across cell membranes. Instead of using cellular energy, like active transport, passive transport relies on the second law of thermodynamics to drive the movement of substances across cell membranes
  5. Prefix means small
  6. the surface on which an organism lives or the substance on which an enzyme can act
  7. the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism
  8. a process in which a cell takes in materials from the outside by engulfing and fusing them with its plasma membrane
  9. Prefix refers to blood
  10. a prefix applied to the various phospholipids to indicate the removal of one of the two fatty acids
  11. a term used to refer to having a greater degree of tone, tension, or tonicity.
  12. proteins act as biological catalysts by accelerating chemical reactions
  13. the process by which cells move materials from within the cell into the extracellular fluid
  14. the stored form of glucose that's made up of many connected glucose molecules.
  15. a combining form with the meanings “sugar,” “glucose and its derivatives,

32 Clues: Prefix means small • Prefix refers to blood • low, under, beneath, down, or below normal • A suffix is used to form the names of enzymes. • Forming words regarding or pertaining to cells • A combining form or prefix denoting many, multiplicity • combining form. variants or sacchari- or saccharo sugar. • The suffix used in biochemistry to form the names of sugars • ...

Cells & Cell Structures 2023-11-10

Cells & Cell Structures crossword puzzle
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  1. type of cell without a nucleus or organelles
  2. gel-like fluid of water and nutrients inside the cell
  3. short, numerous, hair-like projections that aid in cell movement
  4. type of cell with a nucleus and organelles
  5. small, round membrane bound structures that help to move substances within the cell
  6. control center of the cell that contains DNA
  7. Thick, rigid wall that surrounds the outside of the plasma membrane
  8. outer boundary of the cell that regulates what enters and leaves
  9. structure found inside the nucleus that makes ribosomes
  10. modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and other cell products
  11. organelle that produces energy for the cell
  12. small structures that make proteins
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  1. contains ribosomes and is involved in making proteins
  2. organelle found in plant cells that performs photosynthesis
  3. filled with digestive enzymes to break down materials for the cell
  4. supporting network of protein fibers that help to support the cell, anchor organelles, and move substances
  5. stores water, nutrients, and wastes for plant cells
  6. long, whip-like projections that aid in cell movement
  7. smallest unit of life
  8. does not contain ribosomes and is involved in making lipids

20 Clues: smallest unit of life • small structures that make proteins • type of cell with a nucleus and organelles • organelle that produces energy for the cell • type of cell without a nucleus or organelles • control center of the cell that contains DNA • stores water, nutrients, and wastes for plant cells • contains ribosomes and is involved in making proteins • ...

Cells: Unit 3 2023-12-01

Cells: Unit 3 crossword puzzle
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  1. converts sunlight into energy for plants
  2. used in cell membranes
  3. "junk drawer" of cells
  4. external solution yielding no NET movement of water or solutes into or out of cells
  5. transport through the cell membrane requiring energy
  6. movement of water
  7. external solution with low water concentration and high solute concentration, water goes out of the cell
  8. will allow some diffusion
  9. "Packaged" items inside a cell
  10. two layers
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  1. made easier
  2. transport system in the cells, comes as rough or smooth
  3. hard divider between inside and outside
  4. cells eject material using the vesicles fused into the cell membrane
  5. movement of substances from high concentration to low concentration
  6. external solution with high water concentration and low solute concentration, water goes into the cell
  7. contains most of the DNA in a cell
  8. an item made up of smaller pieces
  9. Cell with organelles
  10. balance in chemical reactions or diffusion
  11. cells engulf external material using the cell membrane
  12. divides inside the cell from extracellular matrix
  13. the "powerhouse" of the cell
  14. smallest unit of life

24 Clues: two layers • made easier • movement of water • Cell with organelles • smallest unit of life • used in cell membranes • "junk drawer" of cells • will allow some diffusion • the "powerhouse" of the cell • "Packaged" items inside a cell • an item made up of smaller pieces • contains most of the DNA in a cell • hard divider between inside and outside • ...

Cells and Intro 2023-05-09

Cells and Intro crossword puzzle
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  1. packing & shipping plants in the cell
  2. Cells that produce protein fibers found in CT that also help in wound healing
  3. cell part that is the protein factory
  4. 2 or more tissues performing a specific function
  5. Fibrous CT that is also known as fat
  6. control center of cell that contains DNA & RNA
  7. placed at the beginning of a main word
  8. power plant organelle in a cell
  9. cell roadway; network of sacs
  10. moving substances out of a cell
  11. substance that makes up to 80% of all cells
  12. suffix that means pain
  13. pneumonic that reminds you of the characteristics of inflammation
  14. study of disease
  15. structures in cells that carry out a specific function
  16. ability for internal environment to remain relatively constant
  17. a full, living entity
  18. moving of molecules from high to low concentration
  19. fingerlike projections used in absorption in GI tract
  20. the movement across the cell membrane that does not require energy
  21. type of cartilage that is between vertebrae
  22. prefix that means cell
  23. found on ends of bones at articulating surfaces; type that connects ribs to sternum
  24. also called visceral muscle; involuntary; found within tubes
  25. cell eating
  26. Fibrous CT that is arranged in parallel rows and supports in 1 or 2 directions
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  1. breaks down old cell parts and pathogens in cell
  2. moving of molecules across cell membrane that requires energy
  3. fibrous CT that is strong & thick and supports in multiple directions
  4. network of microfilaments & microtubules in cell
  5. another name for horizontal plane
  6. energy molecule used to supply energy needs made in cell (full name)
  7. lines closed body cavities and secretes a watery fluid
  8. word that means heart
  9. intracellular fluid name
  10. hairlike projections; many found in respiratory tract
  11. means opposite or against
  12. end of word, after main part
  13. means related to the same side of the body
  14. main part of a word
  15. moving of water across a cell membrane from low to high concentration
  16. the study of function of the body
  17. organization level that is considered not living
  18. word ending that means inflammation
  19. the outer boundary of the cell; gatekeeper
  20. the movement of water & molecules across the cell membrane due to pressure
  21. study of structures in the body
  22. membrane that lines the brain & spinal cord
  23. cell part needed for cell division to occur
  24. whiplike projection on a cell for locomotion; ex- sperm cell
  25. carrier molecules in cell membrane used to transport larger substances
  26. cell drinking

52 Clues: cell eating • cell drinking • study of disease • main part of a word • word that means heart • a full, living entity • suffix that means pain • prefix that means cell • intracellular fluid name • means opposite or against • end of word, after main part • cell roadway; network of sacs • power plant organelle in a cell • moving substances out of a cell • study of structures in the body • ...

Cells CW 1 2024-02-14

Cells CW 1 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a stack of membranes that collects, modifies, and packages chemical compounds.
  2. a tiny structure where proteins are synthesized
  3. a hair-like organelle that helps a cell move.
  4. a round body in the center of the cell that contains DNA and regulates gene expression.
  5. a region inside a bacterial cell that contains genetic material. Unlike in plant and animal cells, the nucleoid in bacteria is not surrounded by a nuclear membrane.
  6. a double-layered membrane that surrounds and protects the nucleus.
  7. living things are made of one or more cells; the cell is the smallest unit of life; new cells come from preexisting cells
  8. the outermost layer of a bacterial cell that prevents harmful materials from entering, keeps the cell from drying out, and protects the bacterial cell from the immune cells of other organisms.
  9. a cell structure that performs a specific function.
  10. series of chemical reactions that convert energy in food molecules into ATP
  11. The chemical process in which stored energy is broken down so it can be used by an organism to survive when there is no food source available.
  12. Genetic material that holds information for making more cells.
  13. A nonliving protective shell with genetic material inside of it.
  14. a small body in the nucleus where ribosomes are synthesized.
  15. a bundle of microtubules that helps organize the movement of chromosomes during cell division.
  16. a double-layered membrane that surrounds the cell. Also called the plasma membrane, it regulates what enters and leaves the cell.
  17. a network of passageways in which chemical compounds are manufactured, processed, and transported.
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  1. a jelly-like substance, composed mainly of water, occupying most of the space between the cell membrane and the nucleus.
  2. a small, sac-like package of nutrients, proteins, or water created by the Golgi apparatus. Types of vesicles include vacuoles and lysosomes.
  3. made of one cell
  4. the rigid, porous outer layer of a plant cell.
  5. made of many cells
  6. an organelle that uses oxygen to convert nutrients into energy that can be used by the cell.
  7. an organelle that converts the radiant energy of the Sun into chemical energy through the process of photosynthesis.
  8. a small, circular piece of DNA separate from the genetic material in the nucleoid of a bacterial cell. Plasmids often contain genes that provide an advantage to the cell, like antibiotic resistance.
  9. series of reactions that convert light energy, water, and CO2 into glucose and give off oxygen
  10. A type of single-celled organism found almost everywhere on Earth.
  11. a small structure that can store food (leucoplast) or pigment (chromoplast).
  12. filaments, including actin, microtubules, and microfilaments, that aid in cell movement and give the cell its shape.
  13. a hair-like structure that helps bacterial cells adhere to surfaces. Some pili are able to transfer genetic material to other cells.
  14. The chemical process in which carbon dioxide and water combine, using energy from the Sun, to make sugar and oxygen.
  15. a small sac, or vesicle, that contains digestive chemicals
  16. The basic unit of all living things.
  17. a type of vesicle that stores water, nutrients, and other chemicals. The large vacuole found in plant cells helps the cells maintain their shape.

34 Clues: made of one cell • made of many cells • The basic unit of all living things. • a hair-like organelle that helps a cell move. • the rigid, porous outer layer of a plant cell. • a tiny structure where proteins are synthesized • a cell structure that performs a specific function. • a small sac, or vesicle, that contains digestive chemicals • ...

Viruses and Cells 2025-10-01

Viruses and Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Protein shell of a virus
  2. Outer boundary of a cell
  3. Single-stranded genetic material
  4. Jellylike substance inside cells
  5. Organism a virus infects
  6. Nonliving particle that infects cells
  7. Disease-causing agent
  8. Site of protein synthesis
  9. Double-helix genetic material
  10. Copying genetic material
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  1. Virus that causes the flu
  2. Cell type without a nucleus
  3. Organelle that holds DNA
  4. Cell type with a nucleus
  5. Process of making new organisms
  6. Prokaryotic microbes
  7. Protective covering
  8. Virus that attacks immune cells
  9. Tiny cell structures with jobs
  10. Basic unit of life

20 Clues: Basic unit of life • Protective covering • Prokaryotic microbes • Disease-causing agent • Protein shell of a virus • Organelle that holds DNA • Cell type with a nucleus • Outer boundary of a cell • Organism a virus infects • Copying genetic material • Virus that causes the flu • Site of protein synthesis • Cell type without a nucleus • Double-helix genetic material • ...

Viruses and Cells 2025-10-01

Viruses and Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Tiny cell structures with jobs
  2. Protein shell of a virus
  3. Site of protein synthesis
  4. Cell type with a nucleus
  5. Protective covering
  6. Basic unit of life
  7. Organelle that holds DNA
  8. Copying genetic material
  9. Single-stranded genetic material
  10. Disease-causing agent
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  1. Process of making new organisms
  2. Nonliving particle that infects cells
  3. Outer boundary of a cell
  4. Cell type without a nucleus
  5. Virus that causes the flu
  6. Prokaryotic microbes
  7. Organism a virus infects
  8. Jellylike substance inside cells
  9. Double-helix genetic material
  10. Virus that attacks immune cells

20 Clues: Basic unit of life • Protective covering • Prokaryotic microbes • Disease-causing agent • Outer boundary of a cell • Protein shell of a virus • Cell type with a nucleus • Organism a virus infects • Organelle that holds DNA • Copying genetic material • Site of protein synthesis • Virus that causes the flu • Cell type without a nucleus • Double-helix genetic material • ...

Animal & Plant Cells 2024-09-01

Animal & Plant Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. strengthen seed coats and are responsible for gritty-textured flesh of some fruits
  2. surround all the nerve fibers and produce myelin sheath similar to the oligodendrocytes
  3. responsible for the production of the myelin sheath
  4. cells that are mostly responsible for the synthesis and storage of plant food
  5. a type of connective tissue that has more flexible matrix than bone
  6. prevents loss of water and invasion of disease-causing microorganisms
  7. groups of cells that work together to perform a specialized function
  8. composed of sieve-tube elements that help in the transport of nutrients throughout the plant’s body
  9. muscles that are found in the walls of hollow organs such as intestines, stomach, bladder, blood vessels, and uterus
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  1. a meristematic tissue that responsible for the primary growth of plants
  2. covers the whole body of nonwoody and young woody plants and is protected by a waxy cuticle
  3. a type of epithelial cell that has more than two layers
  4. cells that provide a furnishing flexible support to immature parts of plants
  5. used in transportation of substance, immune response, and blood clotting
  6. slit-like structures on the lower epidermis of leaves which aids in the exchange of gases between plants and the environment
  7. organisms that belong to the same species and live in the same area
  8. the basic unit of the nervous system that consists of structures that can conduct electrochemical signals as a form of information
  9. specialized structures that regulate the opening and closing of stomata
  10. a type of animal tissue that forms the inner and outer lining of organs, the covering in surfaces, and the primary glandular tissue of the body
  11. a part of lateral meristem that gives rise to cork cells which replaces epidermis of plants once they mature

20 Clues: responsible for the production of the myelin sheath • a type of epithelial cell that has more than two layers • organisms that belong to the same species and live in the same area • a type of connective tissue that has more flexible matrix than bone • groups of cells that work together to perform a specialized function • ...

cells and organelles 2025-06-05

cells and organelles crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The absence of polarity makes them not interact with water.
  2. – Cell division forming two identical cells. Used for growth and tissue repair.
  3. – Simple cells without a nucleus, like bacteria. DNA is found in the cytoplasm.
  4. – Builds proteins from amino acids. Found in the cytoplasm or on the endoplasmic reticulum.
  5. A cellular structure involved in the process of cell division.
  6. – Controls cell activities and contains DNA. It regulates growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
  7. – Basic units of life that perform essential functions. They can exist independently or as part of multicellular organisms.
  8. – Movement of molecules from high to low concentration. It helps substances cross cell membranes.
  9. – Produces energy (ATP) through cellular respiration. Known as the cell’s powerhouse.
  10. APPARATUS A series of flattened sacs that sort and package cellular materials.
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  1. Membrane enclosed organelles that contain an array of enzymes capable of breaking down all types of biological polymers.
  2. – Cell division producing four unique cells with half the chromosomes. Essential for sexual reproduction.
  3. a complex of DNA, proteins, and RNA that makes up the genome in eukaryotic cells.
  4. – Complex cells with a nucleus and organelles. Found in animals, plants, fungi, and protists.
  5. PROTEIN It move molecules across a membrane within a cell. Responsible for moving materials into and out of the cell.
  6. Folds in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Increase the surface area of the mitochondrial membrane.
  7. Specialized structures within cells that perform specific functions.
  8. – Movement of water from high to low concentration. Occurs through a selectively permeable membrane.
  9. MEMBRANE An outermost envelope-like membrane or a structure. Controls the entry and exit of substances.
  10. These molecules easily interact with and dissolve in water.

20 Clues: The absence of polarity makes them not interact with water. • These molecules easily interact with and dissolve in water. • A cellular structure involved in the process of cell division. • Specialized structures within cells that perform specific functions. • APPARATUS A series of flattened sacs that sort and package cellular materials. • ...

Cells- Alyssa M 2024-11-22

Cells- Alyssa M crossword puzzle
Across
  1. rectangular shape
  2. makes ATP
  3. lacks organelles no nucleus ex. bacteria
  4. folded membrane, transports
  5. site of photosynthesis
  6. scientific name for a living thing
  7. common lab stain
  8. selectively permeable
  9. Diffusion of water
  10. one cell
  11. digests waste
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  1. Our scientific name
  2. has organelles ex. humans
  3. group of tissues working together
  4. packing and secreting of proteins
  5. supports and protects the plant
  6. small structures inside a cell
  7. a group of cells
  8. where ribosomes are made
  9. in animal cells, for cell division
  10. small sacs for digestion
  11. in plant cells only,watery
  12. movement of materials with ATP
  13. discovered the cell nucleus
  14. group of organs working together

25 Clues: one cell • makes ATP • digests waste • a group of cells • common lab stain • rectangular shape • Diffusion of water • Our scientific name • selectively permeable • site of photosynthesis • where ribosomes are made • small sacs for digestion • has organelles ex. humans • in plant cells only,watery • folded membrane, transports • discovered the cell nucleus • small structures inside a cell • ...

DNA, Mutations & Cells 2025-03-26

DNA, Mutations & Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. the basic building block of DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar molecule, a phosphate group, and a nitrogen-containing base
  2. change in a gene or chromosome
  3. breaks down food molecules
  4. helps with cell division
  5. build proteins
  6. stores water, nutrients and waste
  7. characteristic of an organism
  8. controls chlorophyll to help the plant trap sunlight to make food
  9. brain of the cell
  10. the carrier of all genetic material
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  1. transports proteins
  2. long DNA strand
  3. reticulum carry materials within the cell
  4. instructions for a specific protein or segment of DNA
  5. controls the movement of material in and out of the cell
  6. powerhouse of the cell
  7. form of a gene
  8. jelly like material that contains organelles
  9. surrounds the cell and gives it shape
  10. acts as a messenger for instructions from DNA to the proteins

20 Clues: build proteins • form of a gene • long DNA strand • brain of the cell • transports proteins • powerhouse of the cell • helps with cell division • breaks down food molecules • characteristic of an organism • change in a gene or chromosome • stores water, nutrients and waste • the carrier of all genetic material • surrounds the cell and gives it shape • ...

Enzymes & Cells Questions 2025-04-23

Enzymes & Cells Questions crossword puzzle
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  1. SI unit for enzymes activity.
  2. a substrate binds to an active site and both change shape slightly, creating an ideal fit for catalysis.
  3. the DNA is enclosed within a membrane-bound nucleus.
  4. enzymes are made of ....
  5. is basic fundamental unit of life.
  6. What cells release insulin when glucose level elevate in the body?
  7. captures energy from light (photosynthesis).
  8. .... is an enzyme that breaks down complex carbohydrates, like starch, into simpler sugars, primarily glucose, during digestion.
  9. ...contains DNA of the cell.
  10. A cell organelle that is present in animal cells but not in plant cells is?
  11. Light energy converted to chemical energy by photosynthesis and is stored in ....
  12. The .... is a spesific region on enzymes where substrate binds and the reaction occurs.
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  1. The theory of enzyme action that explains how enzymes fit their substrate.
  2. Organelle involved in spindle fibre formation in animal cell is?
  3. Nature of enzymes is ....
  4. is known as the suicide bag of a cell.
  5. The term of cell was given by...
  6. .... provides protection for a cell.
  7. The stage in the life cycle of a cell where the cell grows and DNA is replicated.
  8. Makes ATP.
  9. Organelle made up of RNA protein complex that makes protein is?
  10. .... is an enzyme that breaks down complex carbohydrates, like starch, into simpler sugars, primarily glucose, during digestion.
  11. An enzymes is a biological .... which can alter or speed up a chemical reaction.
  12. Types of enzymes that breaks down proteins.
  13. What enzymes bind together or break down called?
  14. Organelle inolved in membrane and secretory protein synthesis is?

26 Clues: Makes ATP. • enzymes are made of .... • Nature of enzymes is .... • ...contains DNA of the cell. • SI unit for enzymes activity. • The term of cell was given by... • is basic fundamental unit of life. • .... provides protection for a cell. • is known as the suicide bag of a cell. • Types of enzymes that breaks down proteins. • captures energy from light (photosynthesis). • ...

Cells Part 1 2024-09-30

Cells Part 1 crossword puzzle
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  1. a homogenous mixture of two or more components.
  2. difference in hydrostatic (fluid) pressure that drives filtration.
  3. the substance present in the largest amount in a solution.
  4. the division of the cell nucleus; often followed by division of the cytoplasm of a cell.
  5. a small fluid-filled sac formed by membrane.
  6. tiny, hairlike projections on cell surfaces that move in a wavelike manner.
  7. the diffusion of water (a solvent) through a membrane from a dilute solution into a more concentrated one.
  8. the scientific theory stating that a cell is the structural and functional unit of life, the activity of an organism depends on the activities of its cells, a cell's structure determines its functions, and cells are the basis for reproduction.
  9. the ingestion of solid particles by cells.
  10. refers to molecules, or portions of molecules, that interact only with nonpolar molecules.
  11. area where plasma membranes of neighboring cells are tightly bound together, forming an impermeable barrier.
  12. the passive process by which molecules and ions move from areas of high concentration to areas of low concentration.
  13. below normal tone or tension.
  14. passive transport process driven by a concentration gradient and requiring a membrane protein to act as a carrier or channel.
  15. method for the movement of substances from the cell interior to the extracellular space as a secretory vesicle fuses with the plasma membrane.
  16. having a uniform tension; of the same tone.
  17. the passive process of forcing water and solutes through a membrane using a fluid pressure gradient.
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  1. the nucleic acid that contains ribose; acts in protein synthesis.
  2. a barrier, such as a membrane, allows some substances through and excludes others.
  3. excessive, above normal, tone or tension.
  4. a difference in amount of a substance between two areas.
  5. means by which fairly large extracellular molecules or particle enter cells.
  6. the engulfing of extracellular fluid by cells.
  7. long, whiplike extensions of the cell membrane of some bacteria and sperm; serve to propel the cell.
  8. the process of making a second copy of cellular DNA before the cell divides.
  9. refers to molecules, or portions of molecules, that interact with water and charged particles.
  10. net movement of a substance across a membrane against a concentration or electrical gradient; requires release and use of cellular energy.
  11. the dissolved substance in a solution.
  12. the spreading of particles in a gas or solution with a movement toward uniform distribution of particles; also called simple diffusion.
  13. the phase of a cell's life cycle when it reproduces itself.

30 Clues: below normal tone or tension. • the dissolved substance in a solution. • excessive, above normal, tone or tension. • the ingestion of solid particles by cells. • having a uniform tension; of the same tone. • a small fluid-filled sac formed by membrane. • the engulfing of extracellular fluid by cells. • a homogenous mixture of two or more components. • ...

Cells and Organelles 2024-11-01

Cells and Organelles crossword puzzle
Across
  1. stores food, water, and waste
  2. Consisting of many cells
  3. Wolves and dogs
  4. ONLY in a plant cell and this helps protect the plant.
  5. is a tiny cell structure that carries out specific functions within the cell
  6. made of a single cell
  7. more in common like fur
  8. a living thing
  9. gel-like fluid that helps the organelles to flow easily around the cell
  10. deliver the proteins
  11. the condition in which an organisms internal environment is kept stable
  12. a passageway that carries/transports protein to the organelles.
  13. an action or change in behavior that occurs as a result of a stimulus
  14. the process of grouping things based on their similarities
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  1. Controls what goes in and out of the cell
  2. The “brain” of the cell. The organelle controls what the cell does and how it functions.
  3. physical change
  4. Energy for the cell
  5. the basic unit of function and structure in living things
  6. Lys is LATIN means (to breakdown) breakdown waste.
  7. first part of the Latin name
  8. produces the proteins
  9. the idea that living things come from non-living things
  10. any change or signal in the environment that can make a organism react
  11. ONLY in a plant cell. Photosynthesis happens and sugars are produced

25 Clues: a living thing • physical change • Wolves and dogs • Energy for the cell • deliver the proteins • produces the proteins • made of a single cell • more in common like fur • Consisting of many cells • first part of the Latin name • stores food, water, and waste • Controls what goes in and out of the cell • Lys is LATIN means (to breakdown) breakdown waste. • ...

Cells - Crossword Review 2024-10-28

Cells - Crossword Review crossword puzzle
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  1. jelly-like material that fills the cell and surrounds the organelles; contains nutrients the cell needs to survive
  2. describes living things made of a single cell (e.g., diatom, amoeba, paramecium)
  3. that can be easily permeated or penetrated (by air or water, for example)
  4. movement of particles from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
  5. process by which a cell divides into two new cells (2 words)
  6. process by which mitochondria provides energy by transforming oxygen and sugar into carbon dioxide and water (2 words)
  7. membrane-bound organelles that break down food particles and release their stored energy into a form that the cell can use to fuel all of its activities; powerhouses of the cell
  8. movement of substances into and out of a cell; involves several different processes, such as diffusion and osmosis (2 words)
  9. process by which the chlorophyll in chloroplasts uses the Sun's energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into sugar and oxygen
  10. the cell is the basic unit of life; all organisms are made up of one or more cells; (3) all cells come from existing cells (2 words)
  11. organelle that breaks down food and digests wastes
  12. small structure (part) inside a cell that performs a specific function to meet the cell’s basic needs to survive and reproduce
  13. organism that can only be seen under a microscope (e.g., bacteria, amoebas, and certain algae and fungi
  14. large, membrane-bound, sac-like organelles that stores excess food, waste, and other substances required by the cell
  15. thin structure that separates an interior environment from its exterior surroundings (e.g., cell membrane); organelle membranes keep different parts of the cell separate from one another
  16. membrane-bound organelle of a plant cell that contains a green substance (pigment) called chlorophyll; chlorophyll uses the Sun's energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into sugar and oxygen in a process called photosynthesis
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  1. refers to the property of a barrier, such as a cell membrane, that allows only certain substances to pass through it (2 words)
  2. describes living things made of more than one cell that rely on a variety of types of cells (specialized cells) to perform cellular functions
  3. basic structural unit of an organism and the building block of life; all living things are made of cells
  4. tiny organelles in the cell’s cytoplasm that helps make proteins
  5. folded organelle that combines proteins made by the endoplasmic reticulum and delivers them to the rest of the cell and outside the cell
  6. rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane of plant cells; provides strength and support for a plant cell (2 words)
  7. folded organelle in a cell that makes proteins
  8. that cannot be passed through (by air or water, for example)
  9. large organelle that controls all the activities in a cell, such as growth, repair, and reproduction
  10. thin covering that holds the cytoplasm and organelles inside a cell and controls the passage of materials in or out of the cell (2 words)
  11. microscope that uses light focussed through several different lenses, which make up the eyepiece and the objective lenses, to form a magnified image of a specimen (3 words)
  12. special kind of diffusion in which a fluid (usually water) moves through a selectively permeable membrane from an area of higher concentration to an rea of lower concentration

28 Clues: folded organelle in a cell that makes proteins • organelle that breaks down food and digests wastes • process by which a cell divides into two new cells (2 words) • that cannot be passed through (by air or water, for example) • tiny organelles in the cell’s cytoplasm that helps make proteins • ...

Cells Crossword Puzzle 2025-11-18

Cells Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. An organelle that links amino acids together to make proteins.
  2. An instrument that can be used to observe small objects, even cells.
  3. The bottom, stable part that supports the entire Microscope.
  4. The lens at the top of the Microscope often having a 10x magnification.
  5. An Organelle that stores water and other materials.
  6. A selectively permeable barrier that encloses all cells.
  7. A network of membranes within a cell that helps transport proteins and lipids.
  8. Metal or plastic clips that hold a glass slide in place on the stage.
  9. Organelles that capture energy form the sun to make food for the cell.
  10. The cells recycling centers.
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  1. The area inside a cell that is between the Nucleus and the Cell membrane.
  2. A tiny cell structure that carries a specific function within a cell.
  3. A set of lenses providing low, medium, and high magnification.
  4. An Organelle that breaks down food molecules.
  5. The platform where the specimen slide is placed for observation.
  6. The fundamental structural and functional unit of all living organisms.
  7. The part you hold the microscope by.
  8. The control center of a cell.
  9. The barrier surrounding the cell membrane which is only found in plant cells.
  10. A tube that connects the eyepiece to the objectives.

20 Clues: The cells recycling centers. • The control center of a cell. • The part you hold the microscope by. • An Organelle that breaks down food molecules. • An Organelle that stores water and other materials. • A tube that connects the eyepiece to the objectives. • A selectively permeable barrier that encloses all cells. • ...

Unit 3: Cells 2025-09-24

Unit 3: Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. ships proteins out to other organelles and found on rough ER
  2. study of molecules and chemical processes in metabolism
  3. light-capturing pigment in the chloroplasts
  4. converts fuel particles into usable energy for the cell through cellular respiration
  5. measure of the clarity of the image
  6. movement of particles from high to low concentration
  7. membrane system of folded sacs and interconnected channels that serves as site for protein and lipid synthesis
  8. part of plant cell that captures light and converts it into chemical energy during photosynthesis
  9. when concentration becomes uniform and remains the same
  10. solution that has concentration of water and solute the same inside and outside the cell
  11. describes the phospholipids in the bilayer as a "sea"
  12. membrane-bound sac used for temporary storage in animal cells
  13. thick, rigid mesh of fibers that surrounds outside of plasma membrane to support and protect plant cell
  14. stores water, provides structural support and aids in photosynthesis in plant cells
  15. flattened stack of membranes that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins
  16. move molecules across cell membranes by binding to specific molecules and changing shape
  17. vesicles that contain hydrolytic enzymes used to digest and destroy
  18. short, numerous projections used for short movement that look like hair
  19. process by which a cell engulfs and destroys foreign substances or dead cells
  20. site where lipids are made and metabolizes carbohydrates
  21. site where proteins are made for other processes outside the cell
  22. thin protein threads that enable the cell to move
  23. ratio of an object's image size to its real size
  24. theory that proposes that a symbiotic relationship formed between two prokaryotic cells
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  1. double membrane that surrounds the nucleus
  2. process by which cell uses enzymes to recycle own organelles and macromolecules
  3. movement of molecules down its concentration gradient through a transport protein
  4. solution with lower concentration of solutes inside vs outside the cell
  5. process that allows cell to move large materials from inside to outside of the cell using vesicles
  6. long, hollow protein cylinders that help move substances within the cell
  7. semifluid material where organelles float
  8. movement of water molecules from low to high solute concentration
  9. make proteins for the cell and found floating in cytoplasm
  10. process that brings in materials from outside the cell by forming new vesicles from the plasma membrane
  11. solution with higher concentration of solute inside vs outside the cell
  12. help move certain larger substances and wastes through the membrane
  13. specialized structures that perform specific cell functions
  14. regulation of the internal environment of a cell to maintain conditions suitable for life
  15. projection that moves in a whip-like motion allowing cell to move quickly
  16. allows some substances to enter the cell while keeping other out
  17. stores information used to make proteins that determine cell's growth, function, and reproduction
  18. visible differences in parts of the sample
  19. pumping of solutes against concentration gradients
  20. create pores in cell membrane to allow specific molecules to pass through
  21. atom(s) with a positive or negative electric charge
  22. regulate the movement of materials inside and outside the cell
  23. network of long, thin protein fibers that provide structural support and shape
  24. one of the fundamental ideas of modern biology
  25. study of cell structures
  26. orderly structure shown by living things

50 Clues: study of cell structures • measure of the clarity of the image • orderly structure shown by living things • semifluid material where organelles float • double membrane that surrounds the nucleus • visible differences in parts of the sample • light-capturing pigment in the chloroplasts • one of the fundamental ideas of modern biology • ...

Cells and Tissue 2025-11-06

Cells and Tissue crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Contain digestive enzymes to break down waste
  2. Connective tissue that stores fat
  3. Flexible tissue that reduces friction in joints
  4. Tissue that covers internal and external body surfaces
  5. Thick protein fibres that give connective tissue strength
  6. Tissue that sends electrical messages around the body
  7. Type of muscle found in the heart
  8. Basic unit of all living organisms
  9. Tiny structures where proteins are made
  10. Hard tissue providing structure and protection
  11. Site of energy release by respiration
  12. Found in ciliated epithelium, helps sweep mucus away
  13. Hair-like projections that move substances across epithelial surfaces
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  1. Makes and transports lipids and hormones
  2. Type of muscle that moves under conscious control
  3. Jelly-like substance where chemical reactions occur
  4. Controls movement of substances in and out of the cell
  5. Packages and transports proteins around the cell
  6. Connective tissue that connects muscle to bone
  7. Cell that carries electrical impulses
  8. Controls all cell activities and contains genetic material
  9. Type of muscle found in the gut and blood vessels
  10. Connective tissue that connects bone to bone

23 Clues: Connective tissue that stores fat • Type of muscle found in the heart • Basic unit of all living organisms • Cell that carries electrical impulses • Site of energy release by respiration • Tiny structures where proteins are made • Makes and transports lipids and hormones • Connective tissue that connects bone to bone • Contain digestive enzymes to break down waste • ...

Plant & Animal Cells 2025-11-06

Plant & Animal Cells crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The "powerhouse" of the cell
  2. Type of cell that contains lysosomes
  3. Process that converts sunlight into chemical energy
  4. Hair-like structures that help a cell move
  5. Tail-like structure used for movement
  6. Small structures inside a cell with specialized jobs
  7. Found only in animal cells; helps with cell division
  8. Jelly-like interior of the cell
  9. Small membrane-bound sacs that transport materials
  10. Organelle that digests waste
  11. Stores materials like water and nutrients
  12. The cell's control center
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  1. Rigid outer layer found only in plant cells
  2. Transports proteins—can be smooth or rough
  3. Where photosynthesis happens in plant cells
  4. Genetic material inside the nucleus
  5. Type of cell that contains chloroplasts
  6. Tiny dots responsible for making proteins
  7. Protective barrier that controls what enters and leaves the cell
  8. Packages and ships proteins

20 Clues: The cell's control center • Packages and ships proteins • The "powerhouse" of the cell • Organelle that digests waste • Jelly-like interior of the cell • Genetic material inside the nucleus • Type of cell that contains lysosomes • Tail-like structure used for movement • Type of cell that contains chloroplasts • Tiny dots responsible for making proteins • ...

Cells & Macromolecules 2 2025-12-11

Cells & Macromolecules 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. Name of process where RNA gets changed into protein
  2. The _____ signal (part that tells RNA polymerase to stop) is removed during Pre-mRNA processing.
  3. relieves overwinding strain ahead of replication forks by breaking, swiveling, and rejoining DNA strands
  4. bit of a bacteria that’s used as a tiny taxi service to deliver gene-editing tools like Cas9 protein and guide RNA into cells for gene editing
  5. The 5' end of the mRNA is the ____ of the protein
  6. unwinds and separates parental DNA strands
  7. Short _____ repeats – clusters of repeating DNA that can be used to identify individual humans, often for crime reasons.
  8. ______ enzymes are bacterial proteins that cut DNA at specific palindromic sequences.
  9. The physical division of the plasma membrane into two distinct units
  10. Initiator tRNA
  11. ______ aquaticus, a bacterium that lives in hot springs and hydrothermal vents, providing the heat-tolerant TAQ polymerase that makes PCR possible.
  12. The spliceosome removes ______ but does not remove exons.
  13. Cell type that is undifferentiated and can become basically anything it wants (basically what millennials thought we were until we were hit with the crippling realities of late-stage capitalism).
  14. RNA type that clearly hates mRNA, wants to silence or destroy it after it’s done all the hard work of transcribing the DNA.
  15. A 5’ ____ is added to pre-mRNA in its processing.
  16. Protein coat on a virus.
  17. Combination of protein and nucleic acids capable of infecting cells, chaotic evil, relationship with being alive: it’s complicated. A strangling vine on the tree of life.
  18. What is the word describing the tendency of many different codons coding for a single amino acid?
  19. Infectious protein that causes your proteins to misfold, resulting in neurological symptoms and death.
  20. How many letters make a codon?
  21. binding protein Stabilizes unwound parental DNA strands
  22. _______ Chain Reaction: a method able to vastly increase the amount of a specific section of DNA from a nucleic acid sample.
  23. _____ of histone tails makes them looser and more open for business (i.e. translation)
  24. What shape are prokaryotic chromosomes?
  25. Non-coding pieces of RNA removed during pre-mRNA processing.
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  1. Beginning of transcription process.
  2. removes RNA nucleotides of primer from 5’ end and replaces them with DNA nucleotides (roman numerals)
  3. protein production facility.
  4. Aminoacyl-tRNA ______ ensure that the proper amino acids are added to build proteins.
  5. How many points of replications does a prokaryote chromosome have?
  6. fragments on the lagging strand
  7. Combination of proteins and RNA that cuts and ligates the mRNA molecule.
  8. A ____ tail is added to pre-mRNA in its processing.
  9. A word describing the *multiple* powers of stem cells.
  10. For millennia, humans have conducted _____ breeding of plants and animals to increase desired traits.
  11. every time the PCR sequence is repeated, the amount of target DNA ______
  12. How many codons make an amino acid?
  13. Using parental DNA as a template, makes new DNA by adding nucleotides to an RNA primer or a preexisting DNA strand (roman numerals)
  14. Name of process where DNA gets changed into RNA
  15. A ____ sequence is used to initiate the process of RNA polymerase attaching to DNA.
  16. Dividing the cell’s components in two
  17. Where RNA primers start
  18. A three-nucleotide sequence on a transfer RNA (tRNA) molecule that pairs with a complementary codon on a messenger RNA (mRNA) during protein synthesis (translation) to ensure the correct amino acid is added to a growing protein chain.
  19. A eukaryotic promoter commonly includes a ____ box.
  20. A type of immune system DNA from previous viral infections stored in the bacterial genome that has been co-opted for genetic modification of other species by humans in labs
  21. Repairs the nicks (unfinished sugar-phosphate bonds) on the newly synthesized strands
  22. How many amino acids do humans produce?
  23. The study of heritable characteristics in future cells/organisms not directly related to changes in genes.
  24. _____RNA brings the appropriate amino acid to the protein production facility.
  25. A protein shaped like a tRNA that frees the polypeptide from the ribosome
  26. Protective cap of repeating DNA at the end of our chromosomes
  27. Synthesizes RNA primers, using parental DNA strand as a template

52 Clues: Initiator tRNA • Where RNA primers start • Protein coat on a virus. • protein production facility. • How many letters make a codon? • fragments on the lagging strand • Beginning of transcription process. • How many codons make an amino acid? • Dividing the cell’s components in two • How many amino acids do humans produce? • What shape are prokaryotic chromosomes? • ...

Integumentary and Cells 2025-12-12

Integumentary and Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. Contagious fungal infection
  2. Reproduction
  3. Outermost covering of skin
  4. Sight of protein synthesis
  5. Growth and maintenance
  6. Sensory receptors for touch
  7. Most common type of cancer
  8. A solid particle that has dissolved within a fluid
  9. Coordinated cells death
  10. Diffusion of water through a permeable membrane
  11. Acute inflammatory and skin disorder in babies and children
  12. Cell eating
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  1. Non contagious inflammation of the skin
  2. Stores ATP
  3. True skin
  4. A large vesicle can be called?
  5. Acute or chronic inflammation of the skin
  6. Painful, blistering rash
  7. Accumulation of dried sebum
  8. Unprogrammed cell death
  9. Also known as a plasma membrane
  10. Papule sized lesion filled with pus
  11. What provides a watery environment for organelles
  12. Center for cellular digestion
  13. Viral skin infection seen by a blister

25 Clues: True skin • Stores ATP • Cell eating • Reproduction • Growth and maintenance • Unprogrammed cell death • Coordinated cells death • Painful, blistering rash • Outermost covering of skin • Sight of protein synthesis • Most common type of cancer • Contagious fungal infection • Sensory receptors for touch • Accumulation of dried sebum • Center for cellular digestion • ...

Chapter 2 Cells 2026-04-27

Chapter 2 Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. diffusion of water across membrane
  2. product of alcoholic fermentation and cellular respiration
  3. __ acid fermentation makes yogurt, cheese, milk
  4. invented by Hans and Zacharias Janssen
  5. cell lacking nucleus
  6. these are embedded in cell membrane
  7. type of fat in cell membrane
  8. endocytosis and exocytosis are __ types of transport
  9. eukaryotic cell was probably created on day __
  10. first stage of cellular respiration
  11. whip-like tail
  12. most of cellular respiration occurs in the __.
  13. fluid __ model (used to describe cell membranes)
  14. discovered first cell in 1665
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  1. the __ endoplasmic reticulum makes fat for membrane
  2. body's main source of energy; macromolecule
  3. .cellular respiration that does not require oxygen
  4. makes proteins for cell
  5. green pigment in autotrophs
  6. __ diffusion is a type of __ transport
  7. eukaryotic organisms that can be plant-like, animal-like, etc.
  8. gel-like substance inside cells

22 Clues: whip-like tail • cell lacking nucleus • makes proteins for cell • green pigment in autotrophs • type of fat in cell membrane • discovered first cell in 1665 • gel-like substance inside cells • diffusion of water across membrane • these are embedded in cell membrane • first stage of cellular respiration • invented by Hans and Zacharias Janssen • ...

Endocrine System 2014-10-06

Endocrine System crossword puzzle
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  1. secreting externally via a duct
  2. hormones that cause chemical changes in other body cells
  3. movement of glucose across the plasma membrane
  4. a tissue that is affected by a specific hormone
  5. metabolic pathway which results in the generation of glucose
  6. second messenger used for intracellular signal transduction
  7. a liver cell
  8. chemical compounds which have physiological roles in the endocrine system
  9. of langerhans pancreatic cells that sense blood sugar levels and release insulin to maintain normal levels
  10. enzyme catalyzes the formation of cyclic AMP from ATP
  11. hormone produced by beat cells, regulates metabolism of carbohydrates
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  1. chemical messengers
  2. hormone that triggers a biochemical reaction at a site removed from its release
  3. a molecule which responds specifically to a particular neurotransmitter/substance
  4. intracellular signalling molecules released by the cell to trigger physiological changes
  5. cells in the pancreas repsonsible for synthesizing and secreting glucagon
  6. the breakdown of glycogen to glucose
  7. cells cells in the pancreas which produce/store/release insulin
  8. the process of glycogen synthesis
  9. collection of glands secrete hormones into bloodstream
  10. cell a cell which has a specific receptor for an antigen/antibody/hormone/drug
  11. secretes noradrenaline and adrenaline
  12. feedback a process which ensures changes are reversed and returned back to the set level
  13. a polysccaharide thats serves as a form of energy storage in animals and fungi
  14. hormone produced by alpha cells of the pancreas, raises conc of glucose in bloodstream
  15. hormone/neurotransmitter produced in high stress situations

26 Clues: a liver cell • chemical messengers • secreting externally via a duct • the process of glycogen synthesis • the breakdown of glycogen to glucose • secretes noradrenaline and adrenaline • movement of glucose across the plasma membrane • a tissue that is affected by a specific hormone • enzyme catalyzes the formation of cyclic AMP from ATP • ...

Chapter 2 Vocabulary 2023-09-18

Chapter 2 Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. means toward the lower part of the body
  2. cavity, surrounds and protects the heart and lungs
  3. stem cell, also known as somatic stem cells
  4. cavity, the space formed by the hip bones
  5. cavity, surrounds and protects the spinal cord
  6. the direction or toward the side of the body
  7. the microscopic study of the structure
  8. region, located below the stomach
  9. controls the activities of the cell & helps the cell divide
  10. connective tissue, supports both nerve cells and blood cells
  11. right upper quadrant
  12. the specialized epithelial tissue that forms the epidermis
  13. the study of the structures of the body
  14. the study of the anatomy, physiology, pathology and chemistry of the cell
  15. tissue, contains cells with specialized ability to contact and relax
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  1. refers to the back of the organ or body
  2. situated farthest from the midline or beginning of a body structure
  3. cavity, located within the skull, surrounds & protects the brain
  4. toward the head, opposite of caudal
  5. cavity, contains the major organs of digestion.
  6. situated in the front
  7. tissue, contains cells with the specialized ability to conduct electrical impulses
  8. study of the functions of the structures of the body
  9. genetic structure located within the nucleus of each cell
  10. process of maintaining constant internal environment
  11. uppermost, above, or toward the head
  12. the material within the cell membrane
  13. gene, inherited from either parent & offspring will inherit
  14. stem cells, these cells can grow rapidly
  15. tissue, also known as fat

30 Clues: right upper quadrant • situated in the front • tissue, also known as fat • region, located below the stomach • toward the head, opposite of caudal • uppermost, above, or toward the head • the material within the cell membrane • the microscopic study of the structure • refers to the back of the organ or body • means toward the lower part of the body • ...

Exam #2 Review 2023-08-09

Exam #2 Review crossword puzzle
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  1. travel to lymph nodes to activate virgin T cells
  2. activated Th cells or CTLs
  3. concept of how some class I MHC molecules can present exogenous antigens
  4. process that increases the affinity of BCRs for their cognate antigen
  5. signaling proteins that only act locally
  6. process in which CTL kills target cell with the help of IgG antibody
  7. class I MHC molecules display fragments of _____ proteins
  8. protein chippers
  9. default antibody class
  10. class II MHC molecules display fragments of _____ proteins
  11. amplifies signal from TCRs to nucleus
  12. enzymatic contents of cell are released into surroundings
  13. dendritic cells belong to the _____ immune system
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  1. process in which B cell antibody type changes
  2. control the movements of lymphocytes in a lymph node
  3. complex of proteins with cytoplasmic tails for signaling
  4. secondary lymphoid organ that filters blood
  5. cell that has properties of both NK and T cells
  6. test performed by cTECs in thymus
  7. cell that displays tissue-specific proteins
  8. occurs when virgin T cell does not receive second co-stimulatory signal
  9. type of CD4 Th cell that dampens the immune response
  10. MALT that contains M cells
  11. enzymatic contents are enclosed in vesicles
  12. test performed by either mTECs or TDCs in thymus
  13. occurs through BCR clustering
  14. clip onto class II MHC molecules to assist helper T cells
  15. secondary lymphoid follicle
  16. clip onto class I MHC molecules to assist killer T cells

29 Clues: protein chippers • default antibody class • activated Th cells or CTLs • MALT that contains M cells • secondary lymphoid follicle • occurs through BCR clustering • test performed by cTECs in thymus • amplifies signal from TCRs to nucleus • signaling proteins that only act locally • secondary lymphoid organ that filters blood • cell that displays tissue-specific proteins • ...

Biofilms 2023-11-11

Biofilms crossword puzzle
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  1. 2nd, bacteria gather on a surface and secrete EPS
  2. growth when cells in a dying colony consume the dead for nutrients
  3. 3rd, bacteria multiply and the EPS grows
  4. another name for a biofilm (we see it on our teeth)
  5. one cell splitting into two cells (vertical gene transfer)
  6. 4th, bacteria start to break off from the colony to form new biofilms
  7. 2nd phase of growth, when bacteria are multiplying exponentially
  8. in this 3rd phase of growth, the # of new cells = # of dying cells
  9. 1st phase after inoculation, when bacteria are making the proteins they need to survive on a surface
  10. bacteria communicate this way
  11. 4th phase of growth, when a bacterial colony runs out of nutrients
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  1. made of repeating macromolecules, composed of many repeating molecules
  2. a group of bacteria attached to each other and to a surface
  3. cells in a biofilm can induce this to make their colony light up
  4. the population density necessary to get something done as a group
  5. stationary, fixed in one place
  6. a sticky substance made of proteins, polysaccharides, and nucleic acids
  7. cells in a biofilm can signal each other to start this process of making endospores
  8. outside the cell
  9. a molecule that can "turn on" an operon by changing the shape of a repressor protein
  10. 1st, bacteria stop swimming and settle on a surface
  11. proteins that cells in a biofilm can induce each other to make
  12. free-floating or swimming (like algae do)

23 Clues: outside the cell • bacteria communicate this way • stationary, fixed in one place • 3rd, bacteria multiply and the EPS grows • free-floating or swimming (like algae do) • 2nd, bacteria gather on a surface and secrete EPS • another name for a biofilm (we see it on our teeth) • 1st, bacteria stop swimming and settle on a surface • ...

ESGUERRA, Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia 2022-04-04

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

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

Module 2 - Lesson 2.1 Daily Assignment 1: Integumentary Crossword 2025-02-26

Module 2 - Lesson 2.1 Daily Assignment 1: Integumentary Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Cell shape that is tall and cylindrical.
  2. The skin is also called the cutaneous membrane.
  3. The outermost layer of the skin.
  4. Modified cells containing secretory vesicles that produce large quantities of mucus.
  5. Substance that gives hair and skin its color.
  6. Gland that secretes its product into ducts.
  7. Type of cell that can differentiate into a number of different cells.
  8. Oily substance produced by sebaceous glands.
  9. Inflammation of the skin characterized by itching and redness.
  10. The most widespread and most varied of all the tissues.
  11. The inner, deeper layer of the skin.
  12. Flattened cells making up the skin’s outermost layer.
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  1. Dense, cord-like tissues that attach muscles to bones.
  2. Excessive hair loss.
  3. Dense connective tissue band or sheet that binds organs and muscles together.
  4. Gland that secretes its product directly into the bloodstream.
  5. Tissue that lacks blood vessels and depends on underlying connective tissue for oxygen and nutrients.
  6. Dead tissue resulting from a burn.
  7. Key component of connective tissue.
  8. Ear wax.
  9. The body’s most abundant protein.
  10. Cord-like tissues that attach bones to bones.
  11. Cell shape that is flat and plate-like.
  12. The outermost layer of the epidermis is called the stratum corneum.
  13. Tissue that has multiple layers in which some cells don’t touch the basement membrane.
  14. Tissue dominated by fat cells.
  15. Groups of cells that perform a common function.

27 Clues: Ear wax. • Excessive hair loss. • Tissue dominated by fat cells. • The outermost layer of the skin. • The body’s most abundant protein. • Dead tissue resulting from a burn. • Key component of connective tissue. • The inner, deeper layer of the skin. • Cell shape that is flat and plate-like. • Cell shape that is tall and cylindrical. • Gland that secretes its product into ducts. • ...

faroh crossword 2015-03-14

faroh crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. is the lower chamber
  2. blood cells are the largest type of blood cells
  3. carry blood back into the heart
  4. is carries around the body by the cardiovascular system
  5. use for exchange gas
  6. is the upper chamber
  7. is a waste substance made in the liver
  8. is another name for body's transportation system
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  1. carry blood away from the heart
  2. pump blood around the body
  3. blood cells are also calls erythrocytes
  4. is produce by respiration in the body's cells
  5. is the protein that carries oxygen
  6. made red blood cells look bright red
  7. is mostly water with other dissolved substances
  8. are important for blood clotting

16 Clues: is the lower chamber • use for exchange gas • is the upper chamber • pump blood around the body • carry blood away from the heart • carry blood back into the heart • are important for blood clotting • is the protein that carries oxygen • made red blood cells look bright red • is a waste substance made in the liver • blood cells are also calls erythrocytes • ...

The Lymphatics System 2022-03-27

The Lymphatics System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. tears and sweat(two words)
  2. fluid that aids in detoxification
  3. antibodies produced outside of the body,injected into the body (two words)
  4. T cells and B cells (two words)
  5. enlarged lymph nodes (two words)
  6. stores iron & gets rid of worn red blood cells
  7. Inflammatory reaction and WBCs (two words)
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  1. traps bacteria & disease causing microorganisms(two words)
  2. natural 1st line of defense
  3. acquired defense that kicks in 4-7 days after infection
  4. monitors intestional bacterial growth
  5. produces hormones
  6. helps to fight off infection & cancer cells
  7. are filled with white blood cells (two words)
  8. lymphatic organ that filters blood
  9. remove bacteria from the body
  10. swelling due to poor lymph drainage

17 Clues: produces hormones • tears and sweat(two words) • natural 1st line of defense • remove bacteria from the body • T cells and B cells (two words) • enlarged lymph nodes (two words) • fluid that aids in detoxification • lymphatic organ that filters blood • swelling due to poor lymph drainage • monitors intestional bacterial growth • Inflammatory reaction and WBCs (two words) • ...

Plant & Animal Cells 2024-12-10

Plant & Animal Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. Formed by systems working together
  2. Jelly-like layer that makes up most of the cells
  3. Found in the green parts of cells
  4. Makes up cell walls
  5. Places where proteins are made
  6. Filled with a watery solution of sugars & salts.
  7. Controls the cells activities
  8. Controls what substances enter and leave the cell.
  9. Can be seen without a microscope
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  1. Can only be seen with a microscope
  2. Formed by groups of tissues working together
  3. Made up from many cells
  4. Formed by groups of cells working together
  5. Material that has hereditary information
  6. Has only one cell
  7. When cells are changed for a particular function
  8. Powerhouse of the cell

17 Clues: Has only one cell • Makes up cell walls • Powerhouse of the cell • Made up from many cells • Controls the cells activities • Places where proteins are made • Can be seen without a microscope • Found in the green parts of cells • Can only be seen with a microscope • Formed by systems working together • Material that has hereditary information • ...

Lymphocytes 2021-08-20

Lymphocytes crossword puzzle
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  1. Glycoproteins produced by plasma cells
  2. White blood cell
  3. Mature in bone marrow
  4. formed a clone from one cell
  5. Small proteins mainly secreted by T-cells
  6. cloned from one or a few molecules
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  1. contains one or more chains of amino acids
  2. Organism or virus that causes disease
  3. Measuring unit of lymphocytes
  4. T-cells mature in this organ
  5. Host protein displays antigen fragment
  6. Binds to an antigen receptor
  7. Mature in the thymus
  8. derived from many clones
  9. Elicits B or T cell response

15 Clues: White blood cell • Mature in the thymus • Mature in bone marrow • derived from many clones • T-cells mature in this organ • Binds to an antigen receptor • Elicits B or T cell response • formed a clone from one cell • Measuring unit of lymphocytes • cloned from one or a few molecules • Organism or virus that causes disease • Glycoproteins produced by plasma cells • ...

Sponges 2022-11-03

Sponges crossword puzzle
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  1. Classification due to spongy textures
  2. any of small calcareous or siliceous bodies embedded among cells
  3. Resistant fibers of a sponge
  4. Tube like cell of sponges
  5. Animals that lack a backbone
  6. Attached to the bottom or surface
  7. A large opening in lots of sponges
  8. transport food and oxygen
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  1. Release eggs or sperm in water
  2. No symmetry
  3. Change during embryological development
  4. Animal that feeds on suspended particles
  5. Suspension feeders
  6. Food trapping cells of sponges
  7. a free swimming larva

15 Clues: No symmetry • Suspension feeders • a free swimming larva • Tube like cell of sponges • transport food and oxygen • Resistant fibers of a sponge • Animals that lack a backbone • Release eggs or sperm in water • Food trapping cells of sponges • Attached to the bottom or surface • A large opening in lots of sponges • Classification due to spongy textures • ...

Cell Cycle Vocab 2022-11-07

Cell Cycle Vocab crossword puzzle
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  1. Each half of a chromosome
  2. Cells skip checkpoints and divide uncontrollably
  3. Chromatin condenses into chromosomes
  4. When sister chromatids separate
  5. 2 parents create offspring that are different
  6. Complete separation of new cells; last phase
  7. Cancer that spreads
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  1. Resulting cells from cell division
  2. Stops the cell cycle to check for damage
  3. 1 parent create offspring that are identical
  4. A body cell
  5. Organelle that sends out spindle fibers
  6. Chromosomes line up in the middle of cell
  7. The abnormal growth of tissue
  8. Unspecialized cell with no specific job

15 Clues: A body cell • Cancer that spreads • Each half of a chromosome • The abnormal growth of tissue • When sister chromatids separate • Resulting cells from cell division • Chromatin condenses into chromosomes • Organelle that sends out spindle fibers • Unspecialized cell with no specific job • Stops the cell cycle to check for damage • Chromosomes line up in the middle of cell • ...

Unit 10 Med Terms 2022-11-28

Unit 10 Med Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. bone marrow
  2. formation of bone marrow
  3. excessive amount of fats in the blood
  4. destruction of (red) blood cells
  5. increase in white blood cells
  6. pertaining to the spleen
  7. physicians who studies and treats diseases of the blood
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  1. excision of the adenoids
  2. tumor in a lymphatic vessel
  3. formation of red blood cells
  4. tumor of the thymus gland
  5. excision of the tonsils
  6. process in which some of the white blood cells destroy the invading microorganism and old cells
  7. rapid flow of blood
  8. agent that slows down the clotting process

15 Clues: bone marrow • rapid flow of blood • excision of the tonsils • excision of the adenoids • formation of bone marrow • pertaining to the spleen • tumor of the thymus gland • tumor in a lymphatic vessel • formation of red blood cells • increase in white blood cells • destruction of (red) blood cells • excessive amount of fats in the blood • agent that slows down the clotting process • ...

Host Defenses I – Overview & Innate Defenses 2026-03-15

Host Defenses I – Overview & Innate Defenses crossword puzzle
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  1. immunity developed after exposure
  2. barrier against pathogens
  3. that bind pathogens
  4. swelling heat and pain response
  5. body's ability to resist infection
  6. that produce antibodies
  7. that destroy infected body cells
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  1. where cells engulf microbes
  2. large phagocytic immune cell
  3. microorganism that causes disease
  4. responsible for cellular immunity
  5. body temperature during infection
  6. blood cell that responds quickly to infection
  7. rapid nonspecific defense present at birth
  8. in tears and saliva that breaks bacteria

15 Clues: that bind pathogens • that produce antibodies • barrier against pathogens • where cells engulf microbes • large phagocytic immune cell • swelling heat and pain response • that destroy infected body cells • immunity developed after exposure • microorganism that causes disease • responsible for cellular immunity • body temperature during infection • ...

Paige Friedman's Organelles Puzzle 2018-11-06

Paige Friedman's Organelles Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. The job or task the object completes
  2. follows orders to make protein chains
  3. only in plant cells and supports the cell helping give it shape
  4. store nutrition,water and wast
  5. Able to perform all the necessary functions to stay alive in a cell
  6. these cells are shaped like rectangles
  7. Lysosome
  8. It's the "brain" of the cell
  9. The physical description of the object(shape,size,etc)
  10. shaped like a kidney bean and the powerhouse of a cell
  11. Found on signal celled organisms
  12. provides structure for cell
  13. controls what enters and leaves
  14. digest's the nutrition for a cell
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  1. these cells are shaped like circles
  2. Combines simple molecules into more complex ones
  3. instructions for other cells to follow usually in reproduction
  4. like a package system
  5. provides the glucose/food for plants
  6. Cell wall
  7. has one or more tails attached to a cell
  8. fills inside of a cell and uses acids to devolve things like sugar for cells use as needed

22 Clues: Lysosome • Cell wall • like a package system • provides structure for cell • It's the "brain" of the cell • store nutrition,water and wast • controls what enters and leaves • Found on signal celled organisms • digest's the nutrition for a cell • these cells are shaped like circles • The job or task the object completes • provides the glucose/food for plants • ...

Skeletal System: Bone Tissue, Anatomy of Long Bone 2013-10-04

Skeletal System: Bone Tissue, Anatomy of Long Bone crossword puzzle
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  1. bone tissue lattice-like appearance; also called cancellous bone
  2. building up of bone tissue
  3. ends of long bone
  4. thin layer of hyaline cartilage at end of long bone; decreases wear & tear
  5. fibrous connective tissue sheet that covers outer surface of bone
  6. growth plate; cartilaginous region in metaphysis
  7. breakdown of bone tissue
  8. where diaphysis meets epiphysis
  9. cells that build bone
  10. thin membrane lining of medullary cavity
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  1. cells that maintain bone tissue
  2. cells that break down bone
  3. another name for bone tissue
  4. cells that all other bone cells are generated from
  5. shaft of long bone
  6. houses yellow bone marrow
  7. the process of self-destruction and then reformation of bone
  8. bone tissue that is dense, with hard matrix
  9. one of the functions of skeletal system; gives bones their strength
  10. small structural beams in cancellous bone; creates a "lattice-work"
  11. unit of bone tissue; consists of concentric rings (lamellae) around a central canal (haversion canal)

21 Clues: ends of long bone • shaft of long bone • cells that build bone • breakdown of bone tissue • houses yellow bone marrow • cells that break down bone • building up of bone tissue • another name for bone tissue • cells that maintain bone tissue • where diaphysis meets epiphysis • thin membrane lining of medullary cavity • bone tissue that is dense, with hard matrix • ...

Introduction to Forensic Serology 2014-04-13

Introduction to Forensic Serology crossword puzzle
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  1. type of antibodies found in the serum of a type A individual
  2. the liquid component of unclotted blood
  3. identical antibodies that react with only one antigen site
  4. a substance that stimulates antibody production in the body
  5. technique using drugs labeled with radioactive tags
  6. white blood cells
  7. the type of testing immunoassays are considered
  8. the study of antigen and antibody reactions
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  1. cells made from a combination of tumor cells and spleen cells
  2. also known as the D antigen
  3. technique of testing blood or urine against specific antibodies
  4. the clumping of blood cells seen during blood typing
  5. red blood cell
  6. the classification system for blood types
  7. protein that destroys an antigen
  8. the founder of blood types
  9. the liquid that separates from blood when it clots
  10. typical animal used to produce antibodies for drug testing, etc
  11. antibodies with a variety of antigen sites they respond to
  12. enzyme multiplied immunoassay technique
  13. one of most common tests using EMIT technology

21 Clues: red blood cell • white blood cells • the founder of blood types • also known as the D antigen • protein that destroys an antigen • the liquid component of unclotted blood • enzyme multiplied immunoassay technique • the classification system for blood types • the study of antigen and antibody reactions • one of most common tests using EMIT technology • ...

The Cell 2014-11-10

The Cell crossword puzzle
Across
  1. helps organize the cell for division
  2. breaks down and recycles material, cleans up the cell
  3. basic unit of life
  4. found in plant cells, provides support
  5. internal membranes that help assemble lipids
  6. more complex cell, DNA is enclosed in a membrane
  7. small particles of RNA that assemble proteins
  8. first primitive cell, DNA is not enclose by a membrane
  9. structures that work like specialized organs
  10. hair-like projections that help the cell move
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  1. used to store materials such as water, proteins, lipids
  2. converts solar energy into chemical energy
  3. contains the DNA of a cell, controls the cells activities
  4. living material inside the cell, fluid part
  5. cells produce cells, all living things are made of cells
  6. converts stored chemical energy into usable compounds
  7. regulates what can enter and leave the cell
  8. organelle that modifies,sorts,packages proteins
  9. made up of protein filaments, supports cell's shape
  10. largest portion of the nucleus, make ribosomes

20 Clues: basic unit of life • helps organize the cell for division • found in plant cells, provides support • converts solar energy into chemical energy • living material inside the cell, fluid part • regulates what can enter and leave the cell • internal membranes that help assemble lipids • structures that work like specialized organs • ...

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells 2021-10-05

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells crossword puzzle
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  1. the color we labelled the endoplasmic reticulum
  2. only found in plant cells
  3. all cells have a cell __________ that covers and protects the cell
  4. type of cell without a nucleus
  5. an organism made of prokaryotic cells
  6. found inside chloroplasts
  7. the site of protein synthesis
  8. means made of many cells
  9. the kind of eukaryotic cell that always has lysosomes
  10. the fluid inside a cell
  11. an example of a eukaryote (not animal or plant)
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  1. an organism made of eukaryotic cells
  2. the cell _________ is a stiff structure that surrounds the cell membrane
  3. means made of one cell
  4. type of cell with a nucleus
  5. the site of cellular respiration (the powerhouse of the cell)
  6. an example of a prokaryote (not archaea)
  7. spooky, spooky _______________
  8. a slime layer outside the cell wall in a prokaryotic cell
  9. the color we labelled the golgi complex
  10. the kind of eukaryotic cell that has a large central vacuole

21 Clues: means made of one cell • the fluid inside a cell • means made of many cells • only found in plant cells • found inside chloroplasts • type of cell with a nucleus • the site of protein synthesis • spooky, spooky _______________ • type of cell without a nucleus • an organism made of eukaryotic cells • an organism made of prokaryotic cells • the color we labelled the golgi complex • ...

Cell Crossword 2021-11-25

Cell Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Surrounds and protects plant cells
  2. Stain used to test for the presence of starch molecules
  3. Transports and repackages
  4. Protein factories
  5. A cell with a nucleus
  6. Sunlight is converted to sugar at this organelle
  7. Organelles located in this liquid
  8. Break down of old cell parts at this location
  9. a group of similar cells that work together to do a specific job in the body
  10. DNA is found here
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  1. Powerhouse of the cell
  2. A cell without a nucleus
  3. Semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cell
  4. First to realize animals are made of cells
  5. Does not contain a cell wall
  6. These cells contain chloroplasts
  7. Heredity material found in the cell
  8. Chemical process that converts sunlight to sugar
  9. Person who named cells
  10. Protein strands that attach to centromere region during M-phase of cell cycle
  11. Division of the nucleus
  12. Movement of water molecules through a selectively-permeable cell membrane
  13. cell
  14. Stores food and water for the cell

24 Clues: cell • Protein factories • DNA is found here • A cell with a nucleus • Powerhouse of the cell • Person who named cells • Division of the nucleus • A cell without a nucleus • Transports and repackages • Does not contain a cell wall • These cells contain chloroplasts • Organelles located in this liquid • Surrounds and protects plant cells • Stores food and water for the cell • ...

Science 2022-11-01

Science crossword puzzle
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  1. removal of waste
  2. an organism with multiple cells
  3. the nuclear membrane disintegrates
  4. groupings of organs
  5. taking food in
  6. a living thing made of cells
  7. the cell membrane splits
  8. groupings of tissues
  9. an organism with only 1 cell
  10. cell division into four gametes
  11. what comes out of a chemical formula
  12. the movement of water across the cellular membrane
  13. chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell
  14. cell division into two body cells
  15. the first stage of cell division, the cell's contents duplicate
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  1. converting food into usable energy
  2. what goes in a chemical formula
  3. converting light into food
  4. the movement of food across the cellular membrane
  5. breaking food into smaller pieces
  6. cytoplasm splits
  7. a healthy balance in the blood
  8. groupings of cells
  9. spindles pull one set of chromosomes to one side of the cell and the other set of chromosomes to the other side of the cell
  10. building blocks of life

25 Clues: taking food in • removal of waste • cytoplasm splits • groupings of cells • groupings of organs • groupings of tissues • building blocks of life • the cell membrane splits • converting light into food • a living thing made of cells • an organism with only 1 cell • a healthy balance in the blood • what goes in a chemical formula • an organism with multiple cells • ...

6th Grade Science 2020-10-02

6th Grade Science crossword puzzle
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  1. All of the biotic factors in an ecosystem
  2. The mushroom kingdom
  3. The "brain" of a eukaryotic cell
  4. All bacteria cells
  5. The abiotic and biotic factors in an ecosystem
  6. Kingdom that humans are in
  7. The type of "cellular" that describes all plants and animals
  8. Reproduction that doesn't need parents
  9. Plant cells have a cell ______ in addition to a cell membrane
  10. Plants are _____trophic. They get their food from the sun
  11. The ancient bacteria
  12. A living factor in an ecosystem
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  1. Animals are hetero_____. They must find food to eat.
  2. A cell with a nucleus
  3. All living things are made of _______.
  4. All bacteria, some fungi and some protists
  5. A group of the same species in an ecosystem
  6. The most specific level of taxonomy
  7. Archaea, Eubacteria, and Eukarya
  8. The "skin" of all cells
  9. Prokaryotic cells that can make you sick
  10. Examples: Water or air
  11. One single individual living thing

23 Clues: All bacteria cells • The mushroom kingdom • The ancient bacteria • A cell with a nucleus • Examples: Water or air • The "skin" of all cells • Kingdom that humans are in • A living factor in an ecosystem • The "brain" of a eukaryotic cell • Archaea, Eubacteria, and Eukarya • One single individual living thing • The most specific level of taxonomy • ...

Cardiovascular System 2024-04-15

Cardiovascular System crossword puzzle
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  1. connects veins and arteries
  2. White Blood Cells
  3. exposed when an injury causes a blood vessel to break
  4. Blood Platelets
  5. An inflammatory chemical that attracts of WBCs to the site of infection
  6. WBC that uses enzymes to digest parasitic worms
  7. phagocytes that engulf viruses and other pathogens
  8. Found in the lymph nodes
  9. Blood's liquid matrix
  10. Third step of hemostasis
  11. Release histamine
  12. released when an injury causes a blood vessel to break
  13. A series of reactions that provides time for blood to heal
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  1. the other 10% of plasma
  2. carry blood to the heart
  3. Second step of hemostasis
  4. First step of hemostasis
  5. largest leukocytes
  6. carry blood away from the heart
  7. Made up of thrombocytes and leukocytes,makes up line between blood cells and plasma
  8. Red Blood Cells
  9. binds platelets to exposed collagen fibers to form a platelet plug
  10. % of blood made up by red blood cells
  11. protein that uses iron to bind oxygen
  12. Most numerous white blood cells

25 Clues: Red Blood Cells • Blood Platelets • White Blood Cells • Release histamine • largest leukocytes • Blood's liquid matrix • the other 10% of plasma • carry blood to the heart • First step of hemostasis • Found in the lymph nodes • Third step of hemostasis • Second step of hemostasis • connects veins and arteries • carry blood away from the heart • Most numerous white blood cells • ...

Blood 2024 2024-08-11

Blood 2024 crossword puzzle
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  1. this cell becomes a macrophage in the tissues
  2. these blood cells lack nuclei and other organelles
  3. thrombus that has broken off and is free in the bloodstream
  4. WBC type that fights parasitic worms
  5. stimulates RBC production
  6. percent of blood volume that is RBCs
  7. these blood cells are complete cells
  8. where most plasma proteins are produced
  9. there are two types of this blood cell
  10. first step in hemostasis (2 words)
  11. clot that develops and persists in unbroken blood vessel
  12. another name for white blood cells
  13. WBC type that contains histamine
  14. the final product of the coagulation cascade
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  1. lack of factor VIII causes severe _____
  2. this count indicates the rate of RBC formation
  3. these are cell fragments
  4. another name for red blood cells
  5. form a plug to seal breaks in a blood vessel
  6. final step in hemostasis
  7. a site of red blood cell formation
  8. universal recipient
  9. is 90% water
  10. transports oxygen
  11. mineral needed for hemoglobin formation
  12. the only fluid tissue
  13. WBC type that fights acute bacterial infections

27 Clues: is 90% water • transports oxygen • universal recipient • the only fluid tissue • these are cell fragments • final step in hemostasis • stimulates RBC production • another name for red blood cells • WBC type that contains histamine • a site of red blood cell formation • first step in hemostasis (2 words) • another name for white blood cells • WBC type that fights parasitic worms • ...

Unit 2 Review 2024-09-29

Unit 2 Review crossword puzzle
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  1. type of gland that has simple cuboidal cells; ductless
  2. autoimmune disorder that attacks hair follicles
  3. a mole; overgrowth of melanocytes
  4. gives a pinkish/red pigment to skin
  5. type of CT that is avascular
  6. increase of localized melanocyte activity
  7. body cavity that houses the meninges
  8. type of junction between cells that has pores for communication
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  1. the inner serous membrane layer that protects the organ
  2. gives a yellow/orange pigment to skin
  3. when stem cells give rise to a specific specialized cell
  4. the muscle that separates thoracic cavity from abdominal cavity
  5. the fingers are _______ to the elbow
  6. type of feedback that gets AMPLIFIED by stimulus
  7. trabeculae can be found in the type of bone
  8. type of junction between cells with fluid-tight seals
  9. caused by hyperbilirubinemia
  10. type of gland that has stratified cuboidal cells; has ducts
  11. uses ultrasound waves to see body organs and images
  12. most common type of LOOSE CT; has collagen and elastic fibers

20 Clues: caused by hyperbilirubinemia • type of CT that is avascular • a mole; overgrowth of melanocytes • gives a pinkish/red pigment to skin • the fingers are _______ to the elbow • body cavity that houses the meninges • gives a yellow/orange pigment to skin • increase of localized melanocyte activity • trabeculae can be found in the type of bone • ...

Blood Unit 2023-05-22

Blood Unit crossword puzzle
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  1. Satellites
  2. When an object moves through wet blood and moves, removes, or alters it
  3. Small drops of blood that break of the main blood drop
  4. The transfer of blood from one place to a surface not already contaminated with
  5. The point in space where the blood came from
  6. The angle at which blood strikes a target surface
  7. Blood specialist
  8. Characteristic patterns present when blood drips
  9. Blood under pressure that strikes a target surface
  10. The pointed edges of a blood stain
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  1. A stain created by gravity
  2. A blood stain created when an object passes through blood and moves it elsewhere
  3. White blood cells
  4. Determine whether blood is negative or positive
  5. Clotting cells
  6. Part of the body that received the blow or force that caused bleeding
  7. Round drops
  8. Giving blood from person to another intravenously
  9. Proteins found on the surface of blood cells.
  10. Red blood cells
  11. Proteins made by immune cells up attack specific antigens

21 Clues: Satellites • Round drops • Clotting cells • Red blood cells • Blood specialist • White blood cells • A stain created by gravity • The pointed edges of a blood stain • The point in space where the blood came from • Proteins found on the surface of blood cells. • Determine whether blood is negative or positive • Characteristic patterns present when blood drips • ...

Infectious disease and immunology 2025-07-28

Infectious disease and immunology crossword puzzle
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  1. Disease caused by the invasion of a pathogen
  2. Passing of an infectious disease
  3. Second line of defence ... response
  4. A foreign substance that invades the body
  5. A self marker
  6. Phagocyte that 'eats' pathogens and can trigger the third line of defence
  7. Cells that remember specific antigens
  8. Disease caused by genetic or lifestyle
  9. Biological agents that produce disease
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  1. Small white blood cells involved in the third line of defence
  2. B-lymphocytes that produce antibodies
  3. Third line of defence ... immune response
  4. Proteins that combine to neutralise antigens on invading pathogens and their toxins
  5. Factors that allow pathogens to enter cells
  6. First line of defence ... immune response
  7. Ability of a pathogen to cause a disease
  8. Factors that allow a pathogen to bind and maintain attachment to a host cell
  9. T-lymphocytes that destroy infected cells (also called killer T cells)
  10. Organism in which the pathogen lives
  11. T-lymphocytes that begin the cell-mediated response

20 Clues: A self marker • Passing of an infectious disease • Second line of defence ... response • Organism in which the pathogen lives • B-lymphocytes that produce antibodies • Cells that remember specific antigens • Disease caused by genetic or lifestyle • Biological agents that produce disease • Ability of a pathogen to cause a disease • Third line of defence ... immune response • ...

MT Ch 14 Lymphatic System 2025-02-06

MT Ch 14 Lymphatic System crossword puzzle
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  1. formation of lymph
  2. fungal infection associated with AIDS
  3. location of lymphocyte and monocyte production
  4. hypersensitivity or allergic state
  5. abdominal organ that filters erythrocytes (RBC) and activates lymphocytes
  6. cancer arising from the lining of capillaries; produces purplish skin nodules
  7. oropharyngeal lymph tissue
  8. found in the spaces between cells
  9. viral infection causing blisters on skin of lips, nose or genitals
  10. T cell lymphocytes; killer cells
  11. slight increase in numbers of lymphocytes
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  1. malignant tumor of lymph nodes
  2. lymphocytes that transform into plasma cells and secrete antibodies are called
  3. major lung infection with fever, cough, chest pain and sputum; treated with Bactrim
  4. immune response in which T cells destroy antigens
  5. helper or suppressor cells
  6. pertaining to poison
  7. clotting cell; not a part of the immune system
  8. IgA, IgG, IgE
  9. protozoan (parasitic) infection associated with AIDS
  10. computerized x-ray imaging in the transverse plane
  11. virus that causes AIDS
  12. antiviral proteins produced by T cell lymphocytes
  13. nasopharyngeal lymph tissue
  14. mediastinal T cell producer

25 Clues: IgA, IgG, IgE • formation of lymph • pertaining to poison • virus that causes AIDS • helper or suppressor cells • oropharyngeal lymph tissue • nasopharyngeal lymph tissue • mediastinal T cell producer • malignant tumor of lymph nodes • T cell lymphocytes; killer cells • found in the spaces between cells • hypersensitivity or allergic state • fungal infection associated with AIDS • ...

Unit 1 diseases 2026-02-13

Unit 1 diseases crossword puzzle
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  1. Autoimmune destruction of platelets
  2. Inability to metabolize phenylalanine
  3. Lymphoma with Reed Sternberg cells
  4. Monosomy X in females
  5. Cancer of plasma cells
  6. Fatal infant disease causing lipid buildup in brain
  7. Genetic disorder causing crescent shaped red blood cells
  8. Uncontrolled cell death
  9. Cancer of lymphatic system
  10. Tissue death from severe ischemia
  11. Widespread clotting followed by bleeding
  12. Bone marrow failure causing pancytopenia
  13. Advanced stage of HIV infection
  14. Reduced blood flow to tissue
  15. Autoimmune disease affecting multiple organs
  16. Genetic disorder causing nerve tumors
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  1. Programmed cell death
  2. Genetic cause of intellectual disability
  3. Cancer of blood forming tissue
  4. Low hemoglobin condition
  5. Clotting disorder due to factor deficiency
  6. Disorder causing microclots and low platelets
  7. Abnormal new tissue growth
  8. Spread of cancer to distant organs
  9. Excess red blood cells disorder
  10. Trisomy of chromosome 21
  11. Common inherited bleeding disorder
  12. Connective tissue disorder with tall stature and aortic enlargement
  13. Virus that destroys CD4 T cells
  14. XXY chromosomal disorder in males

30 Clues: Programmed cell death • Monosomy X in females • Cancer of plasma cells • Uncontrolled cell death • Low hemoglobin condition • Trisomy of chromosome 21 • Abnormal new tissue growth • Cancer of lymphatic system • Reduced blood flow to tissue • Cancer of blood forming tissue • Excess red blood cells disorder • Virus that destroys CD4 T cells • Advanced stage of HIV infection • ...

Homeostasis and Immune System Review 2025-12-02

Homeostasis and Immune System Review crossword puzzle
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  1. maintaining a stable interior when there are changes
  2. homeostatic response to cool the body
  3. living pathogen that releases toxins
  4. the chemical released by mast cells the causes sneezing
  5. bacteria, viruses, and parasites
  6. small fluctuations in the body throughout the day
  7. the protein on the outside of all cells (specific shapes)
  8. white blood cell that engulfs marked pathogens
  9. the virus that causes AIDS
  10. failure of homeostasis results in this
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  1. when our white blood cells attack its own cells
  2. homeostatic response to generate body heat
  3. Benadryl, Claritin, Zyrtec
  4. the Y shaped protein that recognizes foreign antigens
  5. a drug that kills bacteria
  6. nonliving pathogen that is DNA and protein
  7. the body's immune response to something harmless
  8. when the immune system attacks an organ transplant
  9. disease where the body's white blood cells have been destroyed
  10. when the pancreas does not create enough insulin
  11. a heat killed bacteria that causes an immune response
  12. first line of defense against pathogens

22 Clues: Benadryl, Claritin, Zyrtec • a drug that kills bacteria • the virus that causes AIDS • bacteria, viruses, and parasites • living pathogen that releases toxins • homeostatic response to cool the body • failure of homeostasis results in this • first line of defense against pathogens • homeostatic response to generate body heat • nonliving pathogen that is DNA and protein • ...

Intro to Biology UNIT REVIEW! 2022-02-07

Intro to Biology UNIT REVIEW! crossword puzzle
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  1. Photosynthesis waste products= ___ & glucose
  2. Greek for "the study of"
  3. When spindle fibers pull chromosomes apart
  4. Exact OPPOSITE formula of cellular respiration
  5. Cell part: Where ATP is made
  6. How cells reproduce
  7. When cells split into two new cells
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  1. Cell part: Internal "jelly" filling
  2. Cell part: where photosynthesis happens
  3. ___ cells can turn into any other type of cell
  4. When chromosomes line up along the middle
  5. Contains cell DNA
  6. Balance; cells must maintain to stay alive
  7. A group of tissues working together
  8. Greek word for "Life"

15 Clues: Contains cell DNA • How cells reproduce • Greek word for "Life" • Greek for "the study of" • Cell part: Where ATP is made • Cell part: Internal "jelly" filling • A group of tissues working together • When cells split into two new cells • Cell part: where photosynthesis happens • When chromosomes line up along the middle • When spindle fibers pull chromosomes apart • ...

Life Science: Cells, Cell Processes & Body Systems 2021-05-24

Life Science: Cells, Cell Processes & Body Systems crossword puzzle
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  1. rigid outer layer found only in plant cells
  2. digests or breaks down worn out cell parts
  3. produced during photosynthesis; waste product
  4. storage generally larger in plant cells
  5. system that brings air into the body and removes carbon dioxide
  6. powerhouse of the cell
  7. the basic structure and function of living things
  8. system that begins at the mouth
  9. system that consists of nerves, brain, and spinal cord
  10. permeable substances can pass through the cell membrane while others cannot
  11. jelly like substance inside the cell holding the organelles
  12. systems that includes skin, hair, regulates body temperature
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  1. process by which cells convert glucose into energy
  2. process by which plants make their own food
  3. when cell membrane surrounds a vesicle to be removed from the cell
  4. chlorophyll gives plants this color
  5. system that includes heart and blood vessels
  6. the control center of the cell
  7. sugar
  8. cells that have a nucleus
  9. system that protects major organs and provides overall support
  10. cells that do not have a nucleus

22 Clues: sugar • powerhouse of the cell • cells that have a nucleus • the control center of the cell • system that begins at the mouth • cells that do not have a nucleus • chlorophyll gives plants this color • storage generally larger in plant cells • digests or breaks down worn out cell parts • rigid outer layer found only in plant cells • process by which plants make their own food • ...

Immunity & Infectious Disease Review Crossword 2021-10-25

Immunity & Infectious Disease Review Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. kingdom that the plasmodium parasite belongs to.
  2. T cell mainly affected by the HIV virus
  3. antigen presenting phagocyte.
  4. type of lymphocyte that destroys infected cells.
  5. parasite spread by the Anopheles mosquito
  6. medium used to select for hybridoma cells (must use capitals).
  7. antibodies originating from a single original white blood cell.
  8. cell that produces antibodies.
  9. cells produced by the specific immune response which prevent secondary infection.
  10. receptor on one of the T-lymphocyte cells that allows HIV to enter the cell.
  11. short-lived white blood cell and part of the non-specific immune response.
  12. immunity in which antibodies are produced.
  13. stimulates an immune response.
  14. response involving B-lymphocytes and the production of antibodies.
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  1. a form of natural passive immunity.
  2. cell produced by fusing spleen cells with a cancer cell.
  3. type of cancer cell used to produce hybridomas.
  4. disease eradicated on May 8, 1980.
  5. bacterial infection of the lungs.
  6. artificial active immunity.

20 Clues: artificial active immunity. • antigen presenting phagocyte. • cell that produces antibodies. • stimulates an immune response. • bacterial infection of the lungs. • disease eradicated on May 8, 1980. • a form of natural passive immunity. • T cell mainly affected by the HIV virus • parasite spread by the Anopheles mosquito • immunity in which antibodies are produced. • ...

Tumors of CNS and PNS 2024-02-05

Tumors of CNS and PNS crossword puzzle
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  1. Benign tumor of the pituitary gland
  2. Tumor arising from the ependymal cells lining the ventricles of the brain.
  3. Tumor originating from Schwann cells of peripheral nerves
  4. Benign tumor of nerve sheath cells
  5. Brain tumor derived from oligodendrocytes.
  6. Primary brain tumor derived from astrocytes.
  7. Rare tumor typically found in bones or soft tissues.
  8. Noncancerous tumor affecting the vestibulocochlear nerve.
  9. Tumor arising from the pineal gland.
  10. Tumor with both neuronal and glial components
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  1. Vascular tumor often found in the cerebellum or spinal cord.
  2. Spread of cancer cells from one part of the body to another.
  3. Rare tumor near the pituitary gland affecting the sellar region.
  4. Rare tumor arising from remnants of the notochord.
  5. Cancer of the meninges, the protective layers surrounding the CNS
  6. Aggressive and malignant form of glioma.
  7. Tumor arising from the meninges of the brain or spinal cord.
  8. Cancerous tumor arising in nerve tissue, usually in children
  9. Common brain tumor originating from glial cells.
  10. Highly malignant tumor that usually occurs in the cerebellum.

20 Clues: Benign tumor of nerve sheath cells • Benign tumor of the pituitary gland • Tumor arising from the pineal gland. • Aggressive and malignant form of glioma. • Brain tumor derived from oligodendrocytes. • Primary brain tumor derived from astrocytes. • Tumor with both neuronal and glial components • Common brain tumor originating from glial cells. • ...

Body Tissues 2022-10-30

Body Tissues crossword puzzle
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  1. most abundant connective tissue fiber
  2. eases joint movement; firm but flexible support
  3. involuntary
  4. connects tissues and organs together
  5. bone
  6. outer layer of cells
  7. dense connective tissue attach bone to bone
  8. multiple layers
  9. between epithelium/connective tissue
  10. continuous sheet of tightly packed cells
  11. can differentiate into many specialized cells
  12. fiber made of protein called elastin
  13. protects and assists neurons
  14. single layer
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  1. multiple layers and cell shape changes
  2. most widely distributed; is stretchable
  3. cube-shaped cell
  4. scar tissue results
  5. heart muscle
  6. key component of connective tissue
  7. unit that conducts a nervous impulse
  8. functional new tissue replaces damaged ones
  9. liquid matrix surrounding blood cells
  10. skeletal muscle
  11. secretes fluid to prevent friction
  12. modified cells that produce mucus
  13. flat, scale-like cell
  14. fiber that occurs in networks
  15. gives rise to connective and muscle tissue
  16. acts as a storage depo for excess food
  17. dense connective tissue attach muscle to bone
  18. there are three types of this membrane

32 Clues: bone • involuntary • heart muscle • single layer • skeletal muscle • multiple layers • cube-shaped cell • scar tissue results • outer layer of cells • flat, scale-like cell • protects and assists neurons • fiber that occurs in networks • modified cells that produce mucus • key component of connective tissue • secretes fluid to prevent friction • unit that conducts a nervous impulse • ...

Blood Crossword EEF 2023-03-30

Blood Crossword EEF crossword puzzle
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  1. (condition) where blood lacks a clotting factor, can lead to bleeding out/ excessive bleeding
  2. universal recepiant
  3. Side of the body that has deoxygenated blood
  4. Foreign particle, or toxin
  5. universal doner
  6. a machine that spins the blood to prevent from clotting ad separate the blood contents
  7. a white blood cell that consumes ruptured red blood cells
  8. carry blood towards the heart
  9. carry blood away from the heart
  10. substance that prevents clotting
  11. substance that helps clotting
  12. what gives blood its red color?
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  1. formation of blood cells
  2. a red blood cell
  3. side of the body that has oxygenated blood
  4. shape of red blood cells
  5. a white blood cell
  6. protein in the blood that binds with iron to carry oxygen molecules
  7. (condition) broad term- cancer of the white blood cells
  8. (condition) misshapen red blood cells that are unable to carry adequate oxygen
  9. is the collection of blood from a superficial vein

21 Clues: universal doner • a red blood cell • a white blood cell • universal recepiant • formation of blood cells • shape of red blood cells • Foreign particle, or toxin • carry blood towards the heart • substance that helps clotting • carry blood away from the heart • what gives blood its red color? • substance that prevents clotting • side of the body that has oxygenated blood • ...

Cell Division Crossword Puzzle 2024-03-06

Cell Division Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. Dissolves and lets chromosomes move around the cell
  2. Division of the parent cell cytoplasm
  3. Pinches and separates an animal cell into 2 daughter cells
  4. Period where dna is replicated
  5. Chromatin condenses and chromosomes become visible
  6. Forms to separate two daughter cells
  7. Cytoplasm of the cell is divided in half
  8. Forms in the middle of a plant cell to separate two daughter cells
  9. Dissolves during prophase
  10. Connects to chromosomes in metaphase
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  1. Protein that makes up spindle fibers
  2. Two connected and identical copes of a chromosome
  3. Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell
  4. 2 nuclei are formed and chromosomes uncoil back into chromatin
  5. What is the end product of mitosis
  6. Cell divides and makes two identical cells
  7. Spindle fibers pull chromosome copies apart to opposite sides
  8. Cell reproduction where a mother cell divides into 2 daughter cells
  9. Period of cell growth before the dna is duplicated
  10. Two identical sister chromatids are connected by this

20 Clues: Dissolves during prophase • Period where dna is replicated • What is the end product of mitosis • Protein that makes up spindle fibers • Forms to separate two daughter cells • Connects to chromosomes in metaphase • Division of the parent cell cytoplasm • Cytoplasm of the cell is divided in half • Cell divides and makes two identical cells • ...

Muscle Crossword Puzzle Review - Tamia Levine 2024-04-30

Muscle Crossword Puzzle Review - Tamia Levine crossword puzzle
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  1. Plasma membrane of muscle cells has a special name
  2. the boundary between sarcomeres
  3. Protective cartilage layer at the ends of bones wears down
  4. Fascicles are surrounded by this membrane
  5. Most movable joint and majority of the joints are this type
  6. Have no joint Cavity and are connected with fibrous connective tissu
  7. Known as the heart muscle or myocardium
  8. Collection of cells that are excitable
  9. Pacemaker cells of our hearts
  10. Joints connected entirely by cartilage
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  1. Functional unit inside of a muscle fiber
  2. Muscle cells and fibers are surrounded by this membrane
  3. Each muscle cells/fiber has smaller fibers with it called:
  4. Muscle Non-Striated, Involuntary, Found in walls of hollow organs, Single Nucleus, Long weak Contractions
  5. Bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone/ makes too little bone or both
  6. Muscle not under conscious control
  7. Striated, multinucleated, attached to bones via a collection of collagen fibers known as tendons
  8. Muscle under conscious control
  9. Muscle disorder
  10. where thick and thin filaments overlap

20 Clues: Muscle disorder • Pacemaker cells of our hearts • Muscle under conscious control • the boundary between sarcomeres • Muscle not under conscious control • Collection of cells that are excitable • Joints connected entirely by cartilage • where thick and thin filaments overlap • Known as the heart muscle or myocardium • Functional unit inside of a muscle fiber • ...

Cell Growth and Development 2024-07-11

Cell Growth and Development crossword puzzle
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  1. Cell division where 2 daughter cells receive equal genetic material
  2. Release of mature ovum
  3. Division of nucleus
  4. Cell division where 4 haploid cells are produced
  5. Seeds and embryo are developed without fertilization
  6. Method of genetic recombination in bacteria where donor and recipient cells do not come into contact
  7. Cell cycle is dependent on a series of ____ for progression from one stage to another
  8. major signaling molecule in nervous, immune and circulatory systems
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  1. Immunity that is mediated by antibodies
  2. A pair of synapsed homologous chromosome
  3. The X-shaped structures formed by separating chromosomes in Prophase I
  4. Macrophages in liver
  5. The process of division and differentiation to produce spermatozoa
  6. Division of cytoplasm
  7. Opening of the integuments
  8. Fusion of male and female gamete
  9. Asexual reproduction of Amoeba
  10. The phase of nuclear division where chromosomes reach the poles of spindle
  11. Immunity that is mediated by T-cells, macrophages and NK cells
  12. Vegetative propagation is also known as______ propagation

20 Clues: Division of nucleus • Macrophages in liver • Division of cytoplasm • Release of mature ovum • Opening of the integuments • Asexual reproduction of Amoeba • Fusion of male and female gamete • Immunity that is mediated by antibodies • A pair of synapsed homologous chromosome • Cell division where 4 haploid cells are produced • Seeds and embryo are developed without fertilization • ...

The Tissues of the Human body 2023-10-02

The Tissues of the Human body crossword puzzle
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  1. Cells that secrete substances
  2. Nerve cells
  3. Tall and thin, protects underlying tissues
  4. Covers body surfaces, lines body cavities, organs, ducts, and forms glands
  5. Stores fat
  6. Single layer
  7. Change from cuboidal to flat, allows organs to stretch
  8. Generates forces for movement
  9. Flat, Allows for rapid passage of substances through
  10. 2 or more layers
  11. single layer that looks like more
  12. Strengthen and support tissues
  13. Found at the joints
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  1. A group of similar cells that work together
  2. Muscle tissue that forms the walls of hollow organs
  3. Contains several kinds of cells
  4. Found in the external ear
  5. Supports nerve cells
  6. Helps with blood clotting
  7. Detects changes and sends nerve impulses
  8. Cube shaped, function in absorption and secretion
  9. Pale yellow fluid with mostly water and dissolved substances
  10. Protects and supports organs, stores energy as fat, provides immunity
  11. Study of tissues
  12. Muscle tissue that forms the heart
  13. Found between the vertebrae
  14. Muscle attached to bones

27 Clues: Stores fat • Nerve cells • Single layer • Study of tissues • 2 or more layers • Found at the joints • Supports nerve cells • Muscle attached to bones • Found in the external ear • Helps with blood clotting • Found between the vertebrae • Cells that secrete substances • Generates forces for movement • Strengthen and support tissues • Contains several kinds of cells • ...

Epithelial Tissues 2024-09-12

Epithelial Tissues crossword puzzle
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  1. tissue that looks layered but is not
  2. system of the body where simple columnar is found
  3. tall skinny cells for absorption
  4. type of cell that makes mucus
  5. one layer of flat cells
  6. tissue that expands
  7. organ that has transitional tissue
  8. tissue healing needs a good supply of this
  9. stay in bloodstream from endocrine gland
  10. stratified squamous does this for the body
  11. organ that is stratified and protects the body
  12. glandular tissue for milk
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  1. tissue that is layered and flat
  2. an exocrine gland in the skin
  3. tiny hairs for capturing dirt and dust
  4. tissue that has goblet cells for mucus
  5. throat organ where stratified squamous is found
  6. flat and thin cells are good for this
  7. organ that holds urine and stretches
  8. where simple cuboidal is found
  9. substance for lubrication
  10. squared cells found in the kidneys
  11. glandular tissue for sweat
  12. where pseudostratified ciliated is found
  13. glandular tissue for hormones

25 Clues: tissue that expands • one layer of flat cells • substance for lubrication • glandular tissue for milk • glandular tissue for sweat • an exocrine gland in the skin • type of cell that makes mucus • glandular tissue for hormones • where simple cuboidal is found • tissue that is layered and flat • tall skinny cells for absorption • squared cells found in the kidneys • ...

Mitosis 2025-03-13

Mitosis crossword puzzle
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  1. chromosome a chromosome that consists of two sister chromatids
  2. chromatids two halves of a chromosome that have the same genetic information
  3. carry out functions
  4. Centrioles start pulling on the spindle fibers to pull the sister chromatids apart
  5. phase a repeated pattern of growth, DNA duplication, and cell division that occurs in eukaryotic cells
  6. gametes
  7. The chromosomes condense and become sister chromatids, the centrioles migrate to opposite poles of the cell.
  8. divide nucleus
  9. develop into cells with a specialized function.
  10. phase undergo DNA replication
  11. a loose form of DNA
  12. fibers special proteins that move chromosomes during mitosis
  13. the spot that connects two sister chromatids
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  1. the growth phase
  2. Sister chromatids move toward the middle
  3. divide cytoplasm
  4. The nuclear membrane forms around each new set of chromosomes
  5. a highly condensed (packed) form of DNA
  6. prepare for division
  7. the cell membrane pinches
  8. cells the cells of multicellular organisms lack specialized functions
  9. body cells
  10. organelles that make spindle fibers

23 Clues: gametes • body cells • divide nucleus • the growth phase • divide cytoplasm • carry out functions • a loose form of DNA • prepare for division • the cell membrane pinches • phase undergo DNA replication • organelles that make spindle fibers • a highly condensed (packed) form of DNA • Sister chromatids move toward the middle • the spot that connects two sister chromatids • ...

Gilman's Fall Semester Biology Crossword 2025-01-09

Gilman's Fall Semester Biology Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Powerhouse of the cell
  2. Jelly-like substance in cells
  3. X-shaped, DNA-containing structure in cells
  4. Reproduction with one parent
  5. Organelle for digestion and waste
  6. Molecule that stores genetic information
  7. Reproductive cell, sperm or egg
  8. Organism without a nucleus
  9. Chromatids move apart in mitosis
  10. Organelle for protein synthesis
  11. Site of photosynthesis in plants, gives green color
  12. Control center of the cell
  13. Water diffusion across a membrane
  14. Organism made of one cell
  15. Single-stranded genetic molecule
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  1. Organism with a nucleus
  2. Chromosomes align in the middle
  3. Solution causing cell to swell
  4. Organelle for storage in cells
  5. Full set of chromosomes, 2n
  6. Fertilized egg cell
  7. Maintaining internal conditions (temp, blood pressure)
  8. Half the usual chromosome number, n
  9. Solution causing cell to shrink
  10. Final stage of mitosis
  11. First stage of mitosis
  12. Process of cell division producing 2 identical cells
  13. Cell division forming gametes
  14. Solution with equal solute concentration
  15. Organism made of many cells

30 Clues: Fertilized egg cell • Powerhouse of the cell • Final stage of mitosis • First stage of mitosis • Organism with a nucleus • Organism made of one cell • Organism without a nucleus • Control center of the cell • Full set of chromosomes, 2n • Organism made of many cells • Reproduction with one parent • Jelly-like substance in cells • Cell division forming gametes • ...

Porifera Crosswords 2026-02-11

Porifera Crosswords crossword puzzle
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  1. Sessile form of sponges having tentacles with nematocysts
  2. Major animal groups in the Taxonomic system
  3. The level of organization of sponges
  4. Support protein in sponges
  5. Animals with a backbone
  6. Specialized pores in sponges
  7. Living attached to the bottom or other hard surface
  8. A form of food procurement in which food particles or small organisms are randomly strained from water.
  9. Flattened cells that cover the sponge body
  10. Dormant cluster of embryonic sponge cells
  11. A collection of units or particles (eg cells) forming a body or mass.
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  1. Support structures made of silica or calcium carbonate
  2. Pumps water through the sponge
  3. Collar cells use these to create a current of water
  4. The body type of sponges
  5. Animals without a backbone.
  6. Wandering cells that secrete spicules and spongin
  7. Phyla for sponges
  8. An aquatic animal that feeds on small specks of organic matter that have drifted down through the water and settled on the bottom.
  9. Asexual reproduction, the genetics are the same as the parent

20 Clues: Phyla for sponges • Animals with a backbone • The body type of sponges • Support protein in sponges • Animals without a backbone. • Specialized pores in sponges • Pumps water through the sponge • The level of organization of sponges • Dormant cluster of embryonic sponge cells • Flattened cells that cover the sponge body • Major animal groups in the Taxonomic system • ...

Chapter 13: Host Defenses II 2026-03-19

Chapter 13: Host Defenses II crossword puzzle
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  1. Process where specific lymphocytes are activated and multiply
  2. Rapid increase of selected lymphocytes
  3. Abbreviation for major histocompatibility complex
  4. Faster, stronger response upon re-exposure
  5. T cell that kills infected or abnormal cells
  6. Immunity gained from transfer of antibodies
  7. Most abundant antibody in blood
  8. T cell that activates other immune cells
  9. Antibody found on B cell surface
  10. Differentiated B cell that secretes antibodies
  11. First immune response to an antigen
  12. Immunity mediated by antibodies in body fluids
  13. Exposure to antigen to produce immunity
  14. Cell that displays antigen fragments to T cells
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  1. Immunity acquired through medical intervention
  2. Cell surface proteins presenting antigens
  3. Immunity acquired through natural exposure
  4. Antibody involved in allergic reactions
  5. Immunity developed from infection or vaccination
  6. First antibody produced during primary response
  7. Immunity involving T cells attacking infected cells
  8. T cell that suppresses immune responses
  9. Antibody found in secretions like saliva and mucus
  10. Long-lived cell that provides faster future responses
  11. Potent antigen-presenting immune cell

25 Clues: Most abundant antibody in blood • Antibody found on B cell surface • First immune response to an antigen • Potent antigen-presenting immune cell • Rapid increase of selected lymphocytes • Antibody involved in allergic reactions • T cell that suppresses immune responses • Exposure to antigen to produce immunity • T cell that activates other immune cells • ...

Immune LT1 Crossword 2026-01-12

Immune LT1 Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Organ that holds T cells
  2. Division of the adaptive immune system meditated by B cells
  3. Most common granulocyte
  4. Organ that purifies blood
  5. Name means "big eater"
  6. Lymphocyte associated with humoral immunity
  7. "Specific" division of the immune system
  8. Tissue that produces blood cells
  9. Links the adaptive and innate immune systems
  10. "Non-Specific division of the immune system
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  1. Type of progenitor cell for the innate immune system
  2. The organ that is the body's first physical barrier to the outside environment.
  3. Can mature into other types of leukocytes, is the primary phagocytic cell in the blood
  4. Division of the adaptive immune system mediated by T cells
  5. Granulocyte that deals with mild allergic reactions
  6. Releases histamine during severe allergic reactions
  7. Granulocyte that neutralizes parasitic infections
  8. Tissues that hold lymphocytes and phagocytic cells
  9. Type of progenitor cell for the adaptive immune system
  10. Organ that holds beneficial bacteria
  11. Lymphocyte associated with cell-mediated immunity

21 Clues: Name means "big eater" • Most common granulocyte • Organ that holds T cells • Organ that purifies blood • Tissue that produces blood cells • Organ that holds beneficial bacteria • "Specific" division of the immune system • Lymphocyte associated with humoral immunity • "Non-Specific division of the immune system • Links the adaptive and innate immune systems • ...

faroh crossword 2015-03-14

faroh crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. is mostly water with other dissolved substances
  2. is the protein that carries oxygen
  3. are important for blood clotting
  4. is another name for body's transportation system
  5. is a waste substance made in the liver
  6. is the lower chamber
  7. blood cells are the largest type of blood cells
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  1. use for exchange gas
  2. made red blood cells look bright red
  3. is the upper chamber
  4. is carries around the body by the cardiovascular system
  5. pump blood around the body
  6. is produce by respiration in the body's cells
  7. carry blood away from the heart
  8. blood cells are also calls erythrocytes
  9. carry blood back into the heart

16 Clues: use for exchange gas • is the upper chamber • is the lower chamber • pump blood around the body • carry blood away from the heart • carry blood back into the heart • are important for blood clotting • is the protein that carries oxygen • made red blood cells look bright red • is a waste substance made in the liver • blood cells are also calls erythrocytes • ...

Cell crossword puzzle 2021-11-18

Cell crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. fills each cell and is enclosed by the
  2. small and dense
  3. plastid that contains chlorophyll
  4. transports and modifies proteins in eukaryotic cells
  5. break down excess or worn-out cell parts
  6. Also known as the nuclear envelope
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  1. an organelle found in large numbers in most cells
  2. help sequester waste products
  3. found in both plants and animal cell
  4. A thread-like structure
  5. Found in all cells
  6. structural layer surrounding some types of cells
  7. factory for protein synthesis in cells
  8. Pores in the nuclear membrane
  9. found in continuous membrane organelle

15 Clues: small and dense • Found in all cells • A thread-like structure • help sequester waste products • Pores in the nuclear membrane • plastid that contains chlorophyll • Also known as the nuclear envelope • found in both plants and animal cell • fills each cell and is enclosed by the • factory for protein synthesis in cells • found in continuous membrane organelle • ...

Cell crossword puzzle 2021-11-18

Cell crossword puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. an organelle found in large numbers in most cells
  2. structural layer surrounding some types of cells
  3. factory for protein synthesis in cells
  4. found in continuous membrane organelle
  5. Pores in the nuclear membrane
  6. Found in all cells
  7. A thread-like structure
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  1. small and dense
  2. Also known as the nuclear envelope
  3. help sequester waste products
  4. transports and modifies proteins in eukaryotic cells
  5. break down excess or worn-out cell parts
  6. plastid that contains chlorophyll
  7. found in both plants and animal cell
  8. fills each cell and is enclosed by the

15 Clues: small and dense • Found in all cells • A thread-like structure • help sequester waste products • Pores in the nuclear membrane • plastid that contains chlorophyll • Also known as the nuclear envelope • found in both plants and animal cell • factory for protein synthesis in cells • found in continuous membrane organelle • fills each cell and is enclosed by the • ...

Cell Structure and Function 2013-09-22

Cell Structure and Function crossword puzzle
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  1. propel the cell itself
  2. tiny dark bodies made of proteins
  3. transitional area for vesicles
  4. "factory area" of a cell
  5. creating ATP (energy)
  6. rod-shaped bodies that lie at right angles
  7. demolition site in cells and breaks down bodies
  8. Directs chemical reactions in cells
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  1. stores all of the cells proteins
  2. assemble ribosomes
  3. builds materials of the cellular membranes
  4. A cells “bones and muscles"
  5. increase the cell’s surface area for absorption
  6. stores and transports the cells products
  7. move substances along a cell’s surface

15 Clues: assemble ribosomes • creating ATP (energy) • propel the cell itself • "factory area" of a cell • A cells “bones and muscles" • transitional area for vesicles • stores all of the cells proteins • tiny dark bodies made of proteins • Directs chemical reactions in cells • move substances along a cell’s surface • stores and transports the cells products • ...

Blood 2013-12-19

Blood crossword puzzle
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  1. red cells have a large… 7&4
  2. found in blood needed for respiration, absorbed in SI
  3. type of cell that makes antibodies
  4. main function of blood
  5. waste material in plasma
  6. colour of cells that makes antibodies
  7. chemical symbol for poisonous gas that irreversibly binds to pigment in red blood cell
  8. red cells don’t have one
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  1. mostly water
  2. carried by red cells
  3. colour of deoxygenated blood
  4. pigment in red cells
  5. a red cell has 2 of these
  6. involved in blood clotting
  7. cell which engulfs foreign material

15 Clues: mostly water • carried by red cells • pigment in red cells • main function of blood • waste material in plasma • red cells don’t have one • a red cell has 2 of these • involved in blood clotting • red cells have a large… 7&4 • colour of deoxygenated blood • type of cell that makes antibodies • cell which engulfs foreign material • colour of cells that makes antibodies • ...

Science Review 2023-02-23

Science Review crossword puzzle
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  1. structure that extends from centrioles
  2. acronym for mitosis stages
  3. tumor that cells cannot spread to other body parts
  4. cluster of cells with uncontrolled mitosis
  5. chromosomes align along the center of cell
  6. carries extra genes
  7. chromatids being pulled apart by spindle fibers
  8. stage of cell cycle when cell splits
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  1. cell splits into two daughter cells
  2. nucleus rebuilds around chromatids
  3. asexual reproduction, creates new bacteria
  4. movement of bacterial DNA via a virus
  5. cells with damaged DNA
  6. cancer cells spreading throughout body
  7. first phase of mitosis

15 Clues: carries extra genes • cells with damaged DNA • first phase of mitosis • acronym for mitosis stages • nucleus rebuilds around chromatids • cell splits into two daughter cells • stage of cell cycle when cell splits • movement of bacterial DNA via a virus • structure that extends from centrioles • cancer cells spreading throughout body • asexual reproduction, creates new bacteria • ...

Life Science Crosswords! 2023-02-03

Life Science Crosswords! crossword puzzle
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  1. Powerhouse of the cell
  2. No Cell wall
  3. Bigger cell with a nucleus
  4. Holds the DNA
  5. Help make the cells function
  6. The virus you get from the Asian Tiger Mosquito
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  1. Smaller cell with no nucleus
  2. destroys viruses
  3. No Centrioles
  4. The gooey stuff in the cells
  5. has antigens
  6. A group of cells that work together to do a specific task.
  7. The acronym for Grow, Reproduce, Adapt, Cells and Energy
  8. a system of the body that fights diseases
  9. The basic unit of all living things

15 Clues: has antigens • No Cell wall • No Centrioles • Holds the DNA • destroys viruses • Powerhouse of the cell • Bigger cell with a nucleus • Smaller cell with no nucleus • The gooey stuff in the cells • Help make the cells function • The basic unit of all living things • a system of the body that fights diseases • The virus you get from the Asian Tiger Mosquito • ...

Body Systems 2025-11-18

Body Systems crossword puzzle
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  1. Stores food, water, waste products, and materials
  2. Relationship between cells and living things
  3. Cell changes shape and engulfs a particle
  4. The diffusion of water
  5. Second step of cell division
  6. Tool that makes small objects look bigger
  7. What everything is made up of
  8. First step of cell division
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  1. Structure that carries out function in cells
  2. Molecules move from high to low concentration
  3. Surrounding layer of plant cells
  4. Cell changes shape and releases waste
  5. Third step of cell cycle
  6. Directs cells activity and hold DNA
  7. "Power house of the cell"

15 Clues: The diffusion of water • Third step of cell cycle • "Power house of the cell" • First step of cell division • Second step of cell division • What everything is made up of • Surrounding layer of plant cells • Directs cells activity and hold DNA • Cell changes shape and releases waste • Cell changes shape and engulfs a particle • Tool that makes small objects look bigger • ...

BioChem 2016-12-12

BioChem crossword puzzle
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  1. a component of both a eukaryotic cell and a prokaryotic cell
  2. The content of the nucleus of a cell is separated from the cytoplasm by
  3. Developed the DNA analysis blotting technique that is used extensively in DNA fingerprinting
  4. Chemical component of DNA carries genetic information
  5. Bonds that are much weaker than covalent bonds.
  6. The molecular machinery that splices pre-mRNA.
  7. the RNA polymerase enzyme's function
  8. species that was the first mammalian species successfully cloned.
  9. Purposed to collect fetal cells for genetic testing of the fetus.
  10. start codon for protein sybthesis
  11. A type of DNA cloning process involves cloning DNA into vectors that are grown in bacterial cells
  12. A eukaryotic protein-coding gene typically contains at least one DNA control region
  13. The universal DNA-protein structure called the building block of eukaryotic chromosomes
  14. meterial that most enzymes are made up of.
  15. Epigenome reprogramming occurs in nuclei that are created as a result of
  16. Biochemical characteristics of the amino acids in membrane-associated proteins.
  17. Cloning method creates genetically matched embryonic stem cells for use in developing personalized medical treatments
  18. The source of cells that become iPS cells
  19. Represented in pre-mRNA sequences.
  20. Disease cannot be detected by analyzing a karyotype display.
  21. type of cell that is long and spindly
  22. The process of replication takes place in a eukaryotic cell.
  23. Expressed in mRNA and in protein.
  24. Number of pieces of double-stranded DNA found in human chromosome 1
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  1. A place where adult stem cells can be found.
  2. In preparation for cell division, animal cells must
  3. An image showing all of the condensed chromosomes taken from the nucleus of one cell
  4. A type of cell that is immortal.
  5. An organism that is made up of two genetically distinct types of cells.
  6. An organelle found in some type of a eukaryotic cell.
  7. The process embroynic stem cells undergos to make more embryonic stem cells with unlimited developmental potential
  8. The motor proteins that walk along microtubules binds to
  9. Stem cells that can give rise to bone and cartilage cells.
  10. Stands for the C in the acronym CODIS
  11. Disease due to a single gene mutation.
  12. An embryo structure forms that resembles a hollow ball and is made up of about 100 - 150 cells.
  13. Cloning method requires that a surrogate mother carry a pregnancy to birth as part of the cloning process
  14. Cells use DNA replication to
  15. Variation in the DNA sequences of the genomes of individual people can account for differences in
  16. Regulation "on top of" the genome influenced by environmental factors.
  17. An inherited disease.
  18. Copying RNA into protein.
  19. The process of replication takes place in a prokaryotic cell.
  20. When two strands of DNA interact with each other, the parts of one strand bind to the other strand
  21. Type of RNA molecules are used to form the structure of the ribosome.
  22. Beta-pleated sheet is an example of protein _______ structure.
  23. The location in the DNA double helix where sugar-phosphate bonds are found.
  24. The enzyme that seals two newly synthesized strands of DNA on the lagging strand together.

48 Clues: An inherited disease. • Copying RNA into protein. • Cells use DNA replication to • A type of cell that is immortal. • start codon for protein sybthesis • Expressed in mRNA and in protein. • Represented in pre-mRNA sequences. • the RNA polymerase enzyme's function • Stands for the C in the acronym CODIS • type of cell that is long and spindly • ...

Bio chapter 5 2021-10-27

Bio chapter 5 crossword puzzle
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  1. Endoplasmic Reticular: Transports compounds around the cell and is studded.
  2. A cellular organelle found in plant cells that contains the pigment chlorophyll and is the site where photosynthesis takes place.
  3. Membrane: Surrounds each cell with both prokaryotes and eukaryotes to protect the cell and allow certain materials to move through it.
  4. feedback: When a substance produced by cellular process causes a process to slow down or stop.
  5. A structure made up of two or more tissues to perform a specific function.
  6. The PowerHouse of the cell that transforms energy from sugars and he was blue energy for the cell.
  7. When cells and the solution that they are in have the same concentration of solutes.
  8. organism: An organism consisting of just one cell.
  9. The structure within cells that helps to find that shape maintains an internal organization and aids in Division and movement.
  10. Vacuole: Found mostly in plant stores water salts sugars and proteins.
  11. Bilayer: Lipids have a hydraulic end in a hydrophobic and so they arrange themselves to layers.
  12. organism: An organism consisting of two or more cells.
  13. A group of cells that perform a specific function.
  14. feedback: When a substance involved in a cellular process causes the process to speed up.
  15. When cells are in a solution that is less concentrated than their cytoplasm.
  16. A whip-like cellular cellular organelle similar in structure to a cilium but no longer and used primarily for movement in many bacteria.
  17. The cellular organelle that directs the protein building process.
  18. Describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membrane bound organelles.
  19. Theory: A fundamental model of biology that states that cells are the smallest form of life, come from pre-existing cells, are the basic building blocks of all life forms, and carry out life processes to maintain homeostasis.
  20. The material of which the chromosomes of organisms other than bacteria (i.e., eukaryotes) are composed. It consists of protein, RNA, and DNA.
  21. The diffusion of a solvent through a semipermeable membrane.
  22. Endoplasmic Reticulum: Transports compounds around the cell and helps maintain the cell shape process fats.
  23. Stack of disc shaped thylakoids within a chloroplast.
  24. Apparatus: Receive substances from the ER and packages them into membrane sacs called vesicles.
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  1. The Balance of a system that keeps conditions stable.
  2. A group of cells that live and work together.
  3. transport: The movement of molecules across a membrane without the use of chemical energy.
  4. A solution that is more concentrated than the cytoplasm of a cell.
  5. diffusion: When molecules molecules move through the cell membrane with help of transport proteins.
  6. An extension of the cytoskeleton often cover an entire cell and to cell Propel the cell through its environment and move particles past the cell.
  7. A type of vacuole that contains digestive enzymes.
  8. A protective coating found inside the cell walls of many bacteria.
  9. Structures found within the cytoplasm of cells.
  10. The non-membrane-bound region in prokaryotic cells that contains most of the genetic material.
  11. Wall: Found in plants fungi algae and bacteria provide strength and rigidity to the cell contains pores to that materials can pass through it.,
  12. The type of Colorless plastid found in plants and algae.
  13. transport: The movement of molecules across a membrane using chemical energy.
  14. The genetic material of the nucleus contains DNA RNA and proteins.
  15. Describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membrane-bound organelles.
  16. The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles.
  17. Builds parts for the side of skeletons found in animal and human cells.
  18. The control center found in eukaryotic cells.
  19. Pressure: The water pressure inside the cell vacuole that keeps the cell rigid.
  20. System: A group of two or more organs working together.

44 Clues: A group of cells that live and work together. • The control center found in eukaryotic cells. • Structures found within the cytoplasm of cells. • A type of vacuole that contains digestive enzymes. • organism: An organism consisting of just one cell. • A group of cells that perform a specific function. • The Balance of a system that keeps conditions stable. • ...

Jodi and Reynaldo's crossword 2025-04-01

Jodi and Reynaldo's crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. carry out the attack
  2. plasma from clotted blood
  3. route of administration under the skin
  4. covering that prevents bacteria from attaching
  5. fuses with enzyme containing lysosome
  6. attack foreign cells and diseased host cells
  7. similar to veins in structure but no pressure
  8. immunogen, cell membrane
  9. gut associated lymphoid tissue ie appendix
  10. antibody-mediated helps seperate tcells and b cell
  11. foreign cells are broken into small pieces
  12. redness warmth and swelling
  13. immunity directed against a particular pathogen
  14. monomer; Bcell membrane antigen receptor
  15. monomer on mast cells stimulates release of histamines
  16. small protein produced by WBC and tissue cells involved in defense against microbes immune regulation and communication btw cells
  17. product of lymphocytes, fibroblasts and macrophages
  18. cells that develop into many different types of cells in the body
  19. subunits conjugated with proteins to make them more immunogenic
  20. inflammation signals cause cells to migrate to the area
  21. site of development is inside the red bone marrow
  22. organ that filters blood and removes old red blood cells from circulation
  23. antibodies pass from mother to fetus via placenta or from mothers milk
  24. stimulates a primary response and memory response in the body
  25. chemical barrier found in digestive system
  26. characteristic of antibodies: masks dangerous parts of bacterial endotoxin
  27. the part of a molecule that is recognized by the immune system antigens have multiple
  28. differences in immune factors that lead to the ability to fight off infections
  29. substance that prompts the generation of antibodies and triggers an immune response
  30. monomer 80% circulating crosses placenta to fetus
  31. Route of administration into a layer of connective tissue located in between the skin
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  1. found in tears, an enzyme that disrupts peptidoglycan
  2. immunogen DNA complexed to proteins but not pure DNA
  3. pentamer 10% in plasm, 1 degree immune response
  4. first line of defense (physical) covers the entire body in epithelial cells
  5. engulfed vesicle fuses with vesicle containing digestive fluids
  6. the process of eating dead or weak antigens
  7. pathogen-associated molecular patterns (red flags)
  8. helps promote Tc cell and Bcell action
  9. when reexposed to the same pathogen,the body reacts so quickly that there is nonoticeable illness
  10. defensive protein in blood plasma and body secretions
  11. the study of the immune system
  12. movement of wbc from the blood into tissue
  13. injection of immune serum (gamma Globulin)
  14. vaccine using dead or attenuated pathogens
  15. product of tcells
  16. immunogen certain bacterial capsules
  17. provide immunity from future exposure to antigen
  18. a drain system for the inflammatory response
  19. characteristic of antibodies: the ability to bind
  20. filters plasma and provides immune cells
  21. other product of lymphocytes, fibroblasts and macrophages
  22. where the tcell matures
  23. immunogen blood cell marker
  24. major histocompatibility complex id tag on cells
  25. monomer in plasma dimer in mucus, saliva, tears milk etc.
  26. debris given off from the cell
  27. more readily accepted stimulates IgA protection on mucous membranes
  28. pattern recognition receptors identify and stick to foreign cells
  29. route of administration into muscle
  30. easier to give than injections

61 Clues: product of tcells • carry out the attack • where the tcell matures • immunogen, cell membrane • plasma from clotted blood • redness warmth and swelling • immunogen blood cell marker • the study of the immune system • debris given off from the cell • easier to give than injections • route of administration into muscle • immunogen certain bacterial capsules • ...

Cell Crossword Puzzle 2022-09-08

Cell Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. This organelle is in both cells, it is the control center for the cell.
  2. This organelle is in both cells, it assists in the production, processing, and transport of proteins and production of lipids.
  3. This organelle is in both cells, it regulates what goes in and out of the cell.
  4. This organelle is in both cells, it packages and distributes proteins.
  5. This organelle is in both cells, it produces enzymes, that digest wastes, cell parts, and "foreign invaders."
  6. This organelle is in both cells, it converts sugar into cell energy.
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  1. This organelle is in both cells, it makes the proteins by putting together chains of amino acids.
  2. This organelle is in both cells, it stores food, water, and enzymes. Its size varies on the type of cell.
  3. This organelle is in both cells, it controls traits such as color and height. It is also known as DNA.
  4. This organelle is in both cells, it is a jelly-like substance that contains other organelles.
  5. This organelle is in both cells, it organizes the microtubules that serve as the cell's skeletal system.
  6. This organelle is only in plant cells, it provides protection for the cell and gives the cell its shape.
  7. This organelle is only found in plant cells, it captures radiant energy from the sun.

13 Clues: This organelle is in both cells, it converts sugar into cell energy. • This organelle is in both cells, it packages and distributes proteins. • This organelle is in both cells, it is the control center for the cell. • This organelle is in both cells, it regulates what goes in and out of the cell. • ...

Lymphatic and Immune System 2022-05-01

Lymphatic and Immune System crossword puzzle
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  1. Between cells of the tissues, often used interchangeably with ‘intercellular’.
  2. Histologically, tonsils do not contain a complete capsule, and the epithelial layer invaginates deeply into the interior of the tonsil to form tonsillar crypts.
  3. A form of cancer in which masses of malignant T and/or B lymphocytes.
  4. A killed or weakened pathogen or its components that, when administered to a healthy individual, leads to the development of immunological memory.
  5. Enzymatic cascade of constitutive blood proteins that have antipathogen effects, including the direct killing of bacteria.
  6. Secondary lymphoid organ that filters pathogens from the blood (white pulp) and removes degenerating or damaged blood cells (red pulp).
  7. A firm, raised reddened patch of skin.
  8. Precursor to macrophages and dendritic cells seen in the blood.
  9. Molecule recognized by the receptors of b and t lymphocytes.
  10. Primary lymphoidd organ, where t lymphocytes proliferate and mature.
  11. Programmed cell death.
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  1. Disease causing agents.
  2. White blood cells characterized by a large nucleus and small rim of cytoplasm.
  3. Vasoactive mediator in granules of mast cells and is the primary cause of allergies and anaphylactic shock.
  4. Antigens that evoke type 1 hypersensitivity (allergy) responses.
  5. Movement in response to chemicals; a phenomenon in which injured or infected cells and nearby leukocytes emit the equivalent of a chemical “911” call, attracting more leukocytes to the site.
  6. A cancer involving an abundance of leukocytes.
  7. Early induced proteins made in virally infected cells that cause nearby cells to make antiviral proteins.

18 Clues: Programmed cell death. • Disease causing agents. • A firm, raised reddened patch of skin. • A cancer involving an abundance of leukocytes. • Molecule recognized by the receptors of b and t lymphocytes. • Precursor to macrophages and dendritic cells seen in the blood. • Antigens that evoke type 1 hypersensitivity (allergy) responses. • ...

Biology Meiosis And Mitosis Crossword 2024-02-21

Biology Meiosis And Mitosis Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. In the life cycle of an organism hit reproduces sexually, a cell containing a single set of chromosomes
  2. the spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes and line up the chromosomes along the center of the cell
  3. during this time it grows, replicates its chromosomes, and prepares for cell division.
  4. an organism's reproductive cells.
  5. one pair of chromosomes
  6. any cell of a living organism other than the reproductive cells.
  7. the chromosomes condense, and a new set of spindle fibers forms.
  8. the indentation of the cell's surface that begins the progression of cleavage,
  9. the process that separates the duplicated genetic material carried in the nucleus of a parent cell into two identical daughter cells.
  10. The cells pinch in the center and divide again
  11. cells that result from the division of a single parent cell.
  12. normal genes that slow down cell division or tell cells to die at the right time
  13. a group of proteins that control the progression of the cell cycle by activating particular enzymes
  14. a structure that forms when the cytoplasm of a plant cell divides
  15. the centromeres of the paired chromatids align along the equatorial plate in both cells.
  16. a form of gamete or reproductive cell found in the male human body.
  17. a type of cell division in sexually reproducing organisms that reduces the number of chromosomes in gametes
  18. A type of cell death in which a series of molecular steps in a cell lead to its death.
  19. the exchange of DNA between paired homologous chromosome that occurs during the development of egg and sperm cells.
  20. The process by which two gamete fuse to become a zygote, which develops into a new organism.
  21. the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism.
  22. the alternative form or versions of a gene.
  23. the gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell.
  24. The stage of meiotic or mitotic cell division in which the chromosomes move away from one another to opposite poles of the spindle.
  25. The first growth phase of the cell cycle, consisting of the portion of interphase before DNA synthesis begins.
  26. the process when homologous chromosomes line up along the equator of the cell.
  27. the presence of two complete sets of chromosomes in an organism's cells, with each parent contributing a chromosome to each pair.
  28. encodes a nuclear protein that acts as a cell cycle control checkpoint at the G1 phase.
  29. The chromatids split at the centromere and migrate along the spindle fibers to opposite poles.
  30. threadlike structures made of protein and a single molecule of DNA that serve to carry the genomic information from cell to cell. I
  31. the region where the cell's spindle fibers attach.
  32. one of a pair of chromosomes with the same gene sequence, loc
  33. Cells division of the nucleus. Final product is 2 cells that are exactly like the parent cell.
  34. a condition, tumor, or growth that is not cancerous.
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  1. paired barrel-shaped organelles located in the cytoplasm of animal cells near the nuclear envelope.
  2. the process in witch the cells are duplicating, making clones of the parent cells
  3. The fibers that form a protein structure that divides the genetic material in a cell.
  4. An enzyme in cells that helps keep them alive by adding DNA to telomeres
  5. phase when the chromosomes have finished moving to opposite ends of the cell.
  6. the complex of DNA and protein known as chromatin condenses to form chromosomes.
  7. an individual's complete set of chromosomes.
  8. The reproduction of a cell through duplication of the genome and division of the cytoplasm.
  9. where the chromosomes line up in metaphase before they split
  10. A gene that makes a protein that is found inside the nucleus of cells and plays a key role in controlling cell division and cell death.
  11. cell A cell that is the source of other cells, as a cell that divides to produce two or more daughter cells, or a stem cell that is a progenitor of other cells or is the first in a line of developing cells.
  12. a reproductive cell of an animal or plant
  13. proteases that specifically cleave tetrapeptide substrates
  14. structures made from DNA sequences and proteins found at the ends of chromosomes.
  15. whos the best teacher
  16. An abnormal mass of tissue that forms when cells grow and divide more than they should or do not die when they should
  17. A paired set of homologous chromosomes, each composed of two sister chromatids.
  18. A normal gene, that through mutation, can be converted to a cancer-causing gene.
  19. a period of rest that certain species' cells experience between meiosis I and meiosis II.
  20. a protein lattice that resembles railroad tracks and connects paired homologous chromosomes in most meiotic systems.
  21. the phase where cell prepares for the mitotic division
  22. a mitotic division of each of the haploid cells produced in meiosis I.
  23. the production of new organisms by the combination of genetic information of two individuals of different sexes
  24. fertilized egg cell that results from the union of a female gamete
  25. the pairing of two chromosomes that occurs during meiosis
  26. a form of asexual reproduction in which an organism divides into two, each part carrying one copy of genetic material.”
  27. A disease characterized by the presence of malignant tumors (rapidly growing and spreading masses of abnormal body cells) in the body.
  28. the first stage in the meiotic division or the reduction division of the meiosis.
  29. a phase of cell division where two new nuclear membranes form around the chromosomes to produce two distinct nuclei.
  30. series of events that cells go through as they grow and divide
  31. the material of which the chromosomes of organisms other than bacteria are composed.
  32. a female Gamete

66 Clues: a female Gamete • whos the best teacher • one pair of chromosomes • an organism's reproductive cells. • a reproductive cell of an animal or plant • the alternative form or versions of a gene. • an individual's complete set of chromosomes. • The cells pinch in the center and divide again • the region where the cell's spindle fibers attach. • ...

Immunology Exam 2 2024-08-07

Immunology Exam 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. third protein that binds to the α and β chains of class II MHC molecules
  2. MHC molecules having many forms
  3. the most important type of cells during the initial stages of attack
  4. region where T cells temporarily stay that surrounds the central arteriole
  5. the cytokine receptor that T cells express to migrate to the thymic medulla
  6. There is a second cell type which has been implicated in testing for tolerance of self antigens in the thymus
  7. consequence if a T cell fails the MHC restriction test
  8. proteins that replace defective proteins in the proteasome of macrophages
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  1. the transcription factor drives the expression of tissue-specific antigens in medullary thymic epithelial cells
  2. cells found in lymphoid follicles and are critical for B cell activation
  3. patches of smooth cells that are embeded among cells that line the small intestine
  4. are blood vessels found in the lymph nodes that lymphocytes travel through
  5. type of CD4+ T cell helps dampen the immune response
  6. molecules that display protein fragments to T cells
  7. molecule competes with CD28 for binding to B7 on APCs
  8. organ responsible for T cell tolerance induction

16 Clues: MHC molecules having many forms • organ responsible for T cell tolerance induction • molecules that display protein fragments to T cells • type of CD4+ T cell helps dampen the immune response • molecule competes with CD28 for binding to B7 on APCs • consequence if a T cell fails the MHC restriction test • ...

Cell Crossword Puzzle 2021-10-29

Cell Crossword Puzzle crossword puzzle
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  1. basic unit of all living things
  2. a cell with a defined nucleus
  3. a cell without a defined nucleus
  4. permeable membrane that supports and protects plant cells, bacteria, fungi, and algae
  5. made of RNA and responsible for protein synthesis this is found in all living cells
  6. thick jelly-like fluid that is encased by the cell membrane in all living cells
  7. found only in eukaryotic cells controls the genetic information of a cell
  8. this organelle can be either rough or smooth it is responsible for producing and transporting lipids and fats
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  1. one or more tail-like organelles used to help a cell move typically found in bacteria
  2. this organelle modifies, packs, and transports lipids and proteins in eukaryotic cells
  3. the powerhouse of a cell provides the cell with energy so it can function
  4. this organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells
  5. the "organs" of a cell that help it function
  6. breaks down larger molecules into smaller ones that are easier for the cell to use
  7. small hair-like structures found on the outer layer of all eukaryotic cells
  8. semi permeable membrane that surrounds all living cells

16 Clues: a cell with a defined nucleus • basic unit of all living things • a cell without a defined nucleus • the "organs" of a cell that help it function • semi permeable membrane that surrounds all living cells • this organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells • the powerhouse of a cell provides the cell with energy so it can function • ...

Stem Cell Biology 2023-10-27

Stem Cell Biology crossword puzzle
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  1. an abbrev for a rare mitochondrial disorder
  2. cartilage cells that play a role in the development and maintenance of cartilage, which serves as a precursor to bone in endochondral ossification.
  3. An inactive treatment that is used as a comparison
  4. star-shaped glial cells in the brain
  5. mature bone cells that are derived from osteoblasts
  6. a material derived from a donor of the same species as the recipient
  7. A benign tumor that usually consists of several types of tissue cells
  8. Persons or animals that have some living cells in their body that came from another person or animal.
  9. a tool for precision gene editing
  10. Self-organized three-dimensional structures that are typically derived from stem cells
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  1. Blood-forming
  2. A structure in the back of the retina responsible for central vision.
  3. a group of genes that is inherited together
  4. when it is converted into a new cell type to take on specialized functions
  5. To describe ells with the ability to give rise to all the cells of the body and cells
  6. most abundant cell type in connective tissue, secretes protein fibers and matrix into the extracellular space

16 Clues: Blood-forming • a tool for precision gene editing • star-shaped glial cells in the brain • an abbrev for a rare mitochondrial disorder • a group of genes that is inherited together • An inactive treatment that is used as a comparison • mature bone cells that are derived from osteoblasts • a material derived from a donor of the same species as the recipient • ...

Y7 Living Systems 2017-10-08

Y7 Living Systems crossword puzzle
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  1. Gas needed for aerobic respiration
  2. Smallest part of any living thing
  3. Substance needed for a chemical reaction to happen
  4. Device used in the lab to look at very small things
  5. Type of unicellular organism that surrounds and digests its food
  6. Sheet of muscle under the lungs that helps with breathing
  7. Piece of glass used to display objects under the microscope
  8. Tiny bag in the lung that increases the lung's surface area
  9. One of the bones surrounding the thorax
  10. Breathe in
  11. Many similar cells joined together
  12. Colour of blood cell that has no nucleus
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  1. All cells have one of these surrounding the cytoplasm
  2. Main organ in the circulatory system
  3. Green part that helps a plant cell to make food
  4. Hole filled with liquid, found in many cells
  5. Surface area _______ volume = surface area to volume ratio
  6. Main organ of the nervous system
  7. Plant cells are surrounded by a cell ______
  8. This part controls the cell
  9. Living thing
  10. Cells respire in order to release this

22 Clues: Breathe in • Living thing • This part controls the cell • Main organ of the nervous system • Smallest part of any living thing • Gas needed for aerobic respiration • Many similar cells joined together • Main organ in the circulatory system • Cells respire in order to release this • One of the bones surrounding the thorax • Colour of blood cell that has no nucleus • ...

Muscle 2020-08-07

Muscle crossword puzzle
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  1. Intracellular calcium store (12,9)
  2. Main component of thick filaments
  3. Blocks binding sites on thin filaments
  4. Non-contractile filament in smooth muscle
  5. Binds calcium in smooth muscle
  6. Type of muscle with long, multinucleate, striated cells
  7. Connective tissue sheath surrounding bundle of muscle cells
  8. Bundle of skeletal muscle cells
  9. Rod like structures containing contractile filaments
  10. Type of muscle with spindle shaped cells
  11. Ion responsible for triggering neurotransmitter release from motor neuron terminal
  12. Muscle shortens during contraction
  13. Influx of this ion creates action potential in skeletal muscle
  14. Muscle length changes during this type of contraction
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  1. Another name for muscle cell plasma membrane
  2. Muscle develops tension but no change in length
  3. Calcium binding protein in skeletal muscle
  4. Other name for skeletal muscle cell
  5. Connective tissue sheath surrounding entire muscle
  6. Receptor at motor end plate
  7. Main component of thin filaments
  8. Depolarisation at motor end plate (3,5,9)
  9. Type of muscle with short, branched cells
  10. Neurotransmitter releases from motor neuron
  11. Functional unit in skeletal muscle

25 Clues: Receptor at motor end plate • Binds calcium in smooth muscle • Bundle of skeletal muscle cells • Main component of thin filaments • Main component of thick filaments • Intracellular calcium store (12,9) • Muscle shortens during contraction • Functional unit in skeletal muscle • Other name for skeletal muscle cell • Blocks binding sites on thin filaments • ...

Mitosis and Meiosis by Courson Henderson 2022-03-28

Mitosis and Meiosis by Courson Henderson crossword puzzle
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  1. one of the two identical halves of a replicated chromosome
  2. produces 4 cells with half the original amount of genetic information
  3. DNA molecole with part or all of the genetic material of an organism
  4. what is found in the nucleus?
  5. what holds chromatids together?
  6. where is DNA found?
  7. in cytokinesis the cytoplasm divides and 2 new ____ are produced
  8. chromatin in the cell gets smaller and becomes visable
  9. entire series of events cells go through when they divide
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  1. the chromatids seperate and are pulled to opposite sides of the cell
  2. part of the cell cycle in which the nucleus divides
  3. how many roles are in cell division?
  4. made up of DNA and protein
  5. process of the nuclear membranes forming around each group of chromosomes
  6. How many phases are in mitosis?
  7. fibers that move chromosomes during cell division
  8. division of the parent cells cytoplasm
  9. the period where the cell is not dividing
  10. what is the second stage of mitosis?
  11. DNA is copied when cells _____

20 Clues: where is DNA found? • made up of DNA and protein • what is found in the nucleus? • DNA is copied when cells _____ • How many phases are in mitosis? • what holds chromatids together? • how many roles are in cell division? • what is the second stage of mitosis? • division of the parent cells cytoplasm • the period where the cell is not dividing • ...