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Cells are the fundamental units of life, categorized into prokaryotic and eukaryotic types. Eukaryotic cells contain organelles with specific functions, such as the nucleus for DNA storage and mitochondria for energy production. The cell theory outlines that all living organisms are composed of cells, which are the basic units of life, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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Cells are the fundamental units of life, categorized into prokaryotic and eukaryotic types. Eukaryotic cells contain organelles with specific functions, such as the nucleus for DNA storage and mitochondria for energy production. The cell theory outlines that all living organisms are composed of cells, which are the basic units of life, and all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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Introduction:

Cells are the basic structural and functional units of life. All living organisms, from the
simplest bacteria to complex multicellular organisms like humans, are made up of cells.
Understanding cell structure and function is essential for grasping more complex biological
concepts.

Types of Cells:

There are two main types of cells: prokaryotic and eukaryotic. Prokaryotic cells, found in
organisms like bacteria and archaea, lack a true nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
Eukaryotic cells, present in plants, animals, fungi, and protists, contain a well-defined
nucleus and various organelles that carry out specific functions.

Cell Organelles and Their Functions:

Each part of a eukaryotic cell has a unique role:

• Nucleus: Contains DNA and controls cell activities.

• Mitochondria: Known as the powerhouse of the cell, it produces energy


through cellular respiration.

• Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis.

• Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Rough ER is involved in protein synthesis,


while Smooth ER helps in lipid synthesis and detoxification.

• Golgi Apparatus: Modifies, packages, and distributes proteins and lipids.

• Lysosomes: Contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular
debris.

• Chloroplasts (in plant cells): Conduct photosynthesis by converting sunlight


into energy.

• Cell Membrane: Regulates what enters and exits the cell, maintaining
homeostasis.

• Cell Wall (in plants, fungi, and some bacteria): Provides structure and
protection.

Cell Theory:

The cell theory is a fundamental principle in biology and states that:

1. All living things are made of one or more cells.

2. The cell is the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms.

3. All cells come from pre-existing cells.

Conclusion:
Cells are incredibly complex and play a vital role in all life processes. By studying cells and
their components, scientists can better understand diseases, genetics, and the functioning of
life at the microscopic level. Continued research in cell biology leads to advances in
medicine, biotechnology, and our overall understanding of life itself.

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