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cell
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the basic unit of structure and function on most living thngs
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microscopic
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too small to be seen with the human eye
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What did scientists learn about cells by using a microscope?
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-all cells share some characteristics
-different cells do different jobs -all organs are made up of cells |
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organism
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any living thing that maintains vile life processes
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How do cells keep organisms alive and healthy?
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-cells work with other cells to form tissues.
-tissues |
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cell membrane
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every cell is surrounded by this:
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What are the purposes of the cell membrane?
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-protect the cell
-holds it contents together - |
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nucleus
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the part of the cell directs all of the ce4ll's activities
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cytoplasm
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the jelly like material inside the cell between the cell membrane and nucleus
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What structures are present in both plant and animal cells?
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-Nucleus
-Chromosomes -Cell Membrane -Chloroplasm -Mitochondria - - |