Cell Biology Flashcards

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What does the vacuole store?

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Large amounts of food (sugar) and water.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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Controls all cell activities, also known as the 'Brain,' and contains hereditary material.

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What is the role of mitochondria?

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Breaks down sugar (glucose) to release energy, also known as the 'Powerhouse.'

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How does chloroplast function?

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Uses energy from the Sun through photosynthesis to make sugar (glucose) and oxygen.

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What does the Golgi Body do?

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Modifies proteins made by the cell.

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What is the purpose of the cell wall?

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Supports and protects the cell.

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What is the function of Smooth ER?

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Transports materials and goods throughout the cell, known as the 'Cell Highway.'

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What does the nucleolus do?

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Makes ribosomes.

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How does Rough ER differ from Smooth ER?

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Transports goods, materials, and proteins throughout the cell, known as the 'cell superhighway.'

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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Controls the movement of materials in and out of the cell and maintains homeostasis.

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