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cell The basic unit of structure and function in living things
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Cells and MicroorganismsVocabulary
By: Maria Cody
BacteriaA certain type of microorganism.
cellThe basic unit of structure and function in
living things
Cell membraneA thin covering that holds the parts of a cell
together.
Cell walla thick layer that surrounds the
plant cell. The part of a plant cell that gives the cell its shape.
ChloroplastsOrganelles that make food in the plant cell
cytoplasmThe jelly-like substance that contains many
chemicals to keep the cell functioning
microorganismAn organism that is too small to be seen with
the unaided eye
mitochondriaReleases energy from food. The powerhouse
of the cell
moldA fungus that grows on old food and damp
surfaces
nucleusAn organelle that determines all of a cell’s
activities and the production of new cells
organA group of tissues that work together to
perform a certain function
Organ systemA group of organs that work together to do a
job for the body
organellesSmall structures inside a cell that have
particular functions within that cell
organismA living thing that has (or can develop) the
ability to act or function independently.
protistA single-celled or multi-celled organism that
shares traits with plants or animals
TissueA group of cells that work together to
perform a certain function
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