Biology-CH 5 first 15

An organism consisting of two or more cells, where the cells may not live independently apart from the organism.

A protective coating found outside the cell walls of many bacteria.

Structures found within the cytoplasm of cells that perform various functions necessary for the cell's survival.

Describes cells that have a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

The thick fluid inside cells that contains the organelles.

Prokaryotic cells lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

To perform various essential functions that keep the cell alive, such as energy production, protein synthesis, and waste processing.

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits the cell.

Hair-like structures that help in movement and sensing the environment.

A double layer of phospholipids that makes up the cell membrane.