Cell Organelles

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What is the function of ribosomes in the endoplasmic reticulum?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis, making the endoplasmic reticulum 'rough' when they are attached.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts absorb sunlight and use it to produce food (glucose) through the process of photosynthesis.

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What are the main differences between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall, chloroplasts, and large central vacuoles, while animal cells do not.

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What is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions?

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The cell is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions.

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What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus houses the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls cellular activities.

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What organelle is responsible for cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria are the organelles where cellular respiration takes place.

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What is the function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is the structure that surrounds and protects the cell?

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The cell membrane surrounds and protects the cell, regulating what enters and exits.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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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.