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- 1. an organelle found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis occurs
- 4. One of the structures in the nucleus that are made up of DNA and protein
- 6. The arrangement of parts in an organism
- 7. Makes protein
- 8. The smallest functional unit of all living things
- 10. A system of ideas that explains many related observations and is supported by a body of evidence acquired by scientific investigation
- 12. Deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecules that is present in all living cells and that contains information that determines traits
- 15. The site of cellular respiration, which releases energy for use by the cell
- 16. Structures within a cell that have special functions to keep the cell working
- 17. Gel-like liquid inside a cell; helps cell maintain shape and is about 80% water
- 18. Membrane Protective, flexible barrier that controls what does in and out of the cell
- 19. Processes and transports proteins and makes lipids
- 20. Wall rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane in plant cells; provide structure and support
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- 2. Produces enzymes that digest wastes, cell parts, and foreign invaders
- 3. Cells without a defined nucleus; usually smaller than eukaryotic cells
- 5. The special normal or proper activity of an organ or part
- 9. Complex Packages and distributes materials within or out of the cell
- 11. Cells WITH a nucleus
- 13. Where genetic material is stored and controls the cells growth and reproduction
- 14. A fluid-filled vesicle that contains food, water and waste. Plant cells have a large central vacuole that stores water.
- 18. Theory Describes the basic characteristics of all cells and organisms