After you have studied this chapter, you should be able to:

1. Explain how cells differ from one another.

2. Describe the general characteristics of a composite cell.

3. Explain how the components of a cell membrane provide its functions.

4. Describe each kind of cytoplasmic organelle and explain its function.

5. Describe the cell nucleus and its parts.

6. Explain how substances move into and out of cells.

7. Describe the cell cycle.

8. Explain how a cell reproduces.

9. Describe several controls of cell reproduction.

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