Cells

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What is a cell?

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The basic unit of structure and function in living organisms.

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What are lysosomes responsible for?

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Digesting food, worn out organelles, and other cellular wastes.

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What are organelles?

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Small organs of the cell that carry out specific functions.

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What is the function of the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (Smooth ER)?

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Makes lipids (fats) for the cell.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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They are involved in protein synthesis.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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It contains the cell's genetic material and controls cellular activities.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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They are the powerhouses of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It regulates what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.

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What are chloroplasts and their function?

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Organelles found in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.

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What is the cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.