bio

Question 1

Cell theory

Answer 1

One of the fundamental models of biology states that cells are the smallest form of life, come from pre­ existing cells, are the basic building block of all life forms and carry out life processes to maintain homeostasis.

Question 2

Colony

Answer 2

; A group of cells that live and work to­gether. Unlike in a multicellular organism, cells in a colony may break away and survive on their own.

Question 3

Eukaryotic

Answer 3

Describes cells having a true nucleus as well as membrane-­bound organelles.

Question 4

Multicellular organism

Answer 4

; An organism consisting of two or more cells and whose cells may not live independently apart from the organism.

Question 5

Organ

Answer 5

A structure made of two or more tissues that work together to perform a particular function.

Question 6

Organ system

Answer 6

A group of two or more organs that work together to perform a particular function.

Question 7

Organelle Structures

Answer 7

found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform the various functions cells need to stay alive.

Question 8

Prokaryotic

Answer 8

Describes cells lacking a true nucleus and membrane­bound organelles.

Question 9

Tissue

Answer 9

A group of cells that are specialized to perform a particular function

Question 10

Unicellular organism

Answer 10

An organism consisting of only one cell.