Plant and Animal Cells Flashcard

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What is the basic unit of structure and function in living organisms?

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cell

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Which organelle is responsible for producing energy in a cell?

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mitochondria

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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Controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell

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What is the main function of the chloroplast in plant cells?

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Photosynthesis

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Which organelle is responsible for storing water, nutrients, and waste in plant cells?

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Vacuole

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What is the main function of the nucleus in animal cells?

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Controls the cell's activities

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What is the key difference between plant and animal cells in terms of cell wall presence?

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Plant cells have a cell wall, while animal cells do not.

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What is the main function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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Store water, maintain turgor pressure, and store nutrients and waste products

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What is the main function of the mitochondria in animal cells?

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Cellular respiration

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What is the main function of the cytoplasm in both plant and animal cells?

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Support and protection of cell organelles