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Biology SOL - Cells Vocab

review cells vocab for Biology SOL

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HypertonicMore salt outside, causing cell to lose water and shrivel
HypotonicMore salt inside, causing cell to gain water and swell
IsotonicSame amount of salt inside and outside, so cell stays the same size
NucleusControl center of the cell. Contains DNA
Cell WallSupports and protects the cell. Found in plants, algae, fungi, and some bacteria.
Cell MembraneControls what enters and leaves the cell.
RibosomeSite of protein synthesis.
MitochondriaSite of cellular respiration (where ATP is made). Powerhouse of the cell.
ChloroplastSite of photosynthesis. Contains chlorophyll. Only found in plants, algae, and some bacteria.
ProphaseFirst and longest phase of mitosis / meiosis. Chromatin coils into chromosomes and nuclear membrane breaks down.
MetaphaseSecond phase of mitosis / meiosis. Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.
AnaphaseThird phase of mitosis / meiosis. The chromosomes are pulled apart, to opposite sides of the cell.
TelophaseLast phase of mitosis / meiosis. Chromosomes are in two new cells and nuclear membranes start to reform.
CytokinesisThe division of the cytoplasm during mitosis / meiosis.

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