Cell Organelles

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What makes the endoplasmic reticulum rough?

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Ribosomes are attached to the surface of the rough endoplasmic reticulum, giving it a 'rough' appearance.

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What is the function of vacuoles in a cell?

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Vacuoles act as storage tanks for food, water, or waste within the cell.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles where photosynthesis occurs.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus directs all cell activities and contains the cell's DNA.

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What is the genetic material found inside the nucleus?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the genetic material located in the nucleus.

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What is the primary function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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Rough endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes on its surface, while smooth endoplasmic reticulum does not and is involved in lipid synthesis.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.