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AP Biology : 2.1 Cell Structure: Subcellular Components – Study Notes

A. Living Things
➢ All living things are composed of cells
➢ According to cell theory, the cell is life’s basic unit of structure and function

  • Cell is the smallest unit of living material that can carry out all the activities necessary for  life
    ➢ Why not be a GIANT CELL?
  •  Specialization
  • Must maintain high surface area:volume ratio to allow cellular exchanges across the membrane!
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