Across
- 3. one of the structures in the nucleus that are made up of DNA and protein
- 5. cells without a defined nucleus; usually smaller than eukaryotes cells
- 6. describes the basic characteristics of all cells and organisms
- 8. structures within a cell that have special functions to keep the cell working
- 9. the smallest functional and structural unit of all living things
- 10. the arrangement of parts in an organism
- 12. a system of ideas that explain many related observation and is supported by a body of evidence acquired by scientific investigation
- 13. the site of cellular respiration, which releases energy for use by the cell
- 14. a fluid-filled vesicle that contains food, water and waste. Plant cells have a large central vacuole that stores water.
- 16. where genetic material is stored and controls the cell's growth and reproduction
Down
- 1. cells with a nucleus
- 2. an organelle found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis occurs
- 4. gel-like liquid inside a cell maintain shape and is about 80% water
- 6. protective,flexible barrier that controls what goes in and out of the cell
- 7. the special, normal or proper activity of an organ or part
- 11. rigid structures that surround the cell membrane in plant; provides structures and support
- 15. deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecules that is present in all living cells and contains information that determines traits
