Cell Organelles

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What is the function of a chloroplast?

Back

Chloroplasts absorb sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum in a cell?

Back

The endoplasmic reticulum serves as the transportation network for the cell, moving materials around.

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How does the Golgi apparatus function in a cell?

Back

The Golgi apparatus acts as the post office of the cell by packaging and sorting proteins.

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What organelle captures energy from sunlight to produce food in plant cells?

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Chloroplast.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

The nucleus acts as the brain or control center of the cell.

Front

What is the primary function of mitochondria?

Back

Mitochondria are responsible for producing energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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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.

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What is the structure that surrounds and protects the cell?

Back

The cell membrane.

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What is the function of the cytoplasm?

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The cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.