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Life Science 4 Terms

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cell membraneThe membrane that surrounds the cytoplasm of a cell
selectively permeableAllowing only certain molecules to pass through.
passive transportPassage of substances across a membrane without the use of cellular energy.
diffusionThe movement of molecules from an area of higher concentationt an area of lower concentration
osmosisDiffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane.
active transportThe passage of particles through a membrane, requiring the use of cellular energy.
cell wallA rigid structure manufactured by certain organisms and secreted to the exterior of the cell membrane.
organelleorgan like structures within the cell which perform certain functions.
mitochondriaCellular organelles in which aerobic respiration occurs to release usable energy form food.
endoplasmic reticulumA cellular organelle consisting of a network of membranes enabling substances to be transported throughout the cell.
ribosomeCellular organelle that directs the assembling of proteins.
Golgi apparatusA cellular organelle that collects chemicals from the cytoplasm, processing and secreting them.
vacuoleMembrane bound sac that contains various substances, including water and wastes, within a cell.
lysosomeAn organelle that contains digestive enzymes.
chloroplastA cellular organelle that contains chlorophyll and other pigments allowing for photosynthesis.
ciliashort hairlike extensions from a cell membrane, aid in movement.
flagellaLong hairlike extensions from a cell membrane that aid in movement
nucleusCellular organelle that contains the chromosomes controlling the cell.
chromosomeA strand of DNA with associated


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