Cell Organelles

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What role do lysosomes play in a cell?

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Lysosomes are organelles that digest waste materials and cellular debris, acting as the 'garbage men' of the cell.

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How many vacuoles are typically found in a plant cell?

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Plant cells usually have one large central vacuole, but they can have 1 or 2 smaller vacuoles.

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What two organelles are absent in animal cells?

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Animal cells do not have cell walls and chloroplasts.

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What is the primary function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structural support and protection to plant cells, maintaining their shape.

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What is the main difference between plant and animal cells regarding organelles?

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

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What is the role 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 photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy, using carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose and oxygen.

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What is the structure of a chloroplast?

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Chloroplasts contain thylakoids, which are stacked in structures called grana, surrounded by a fluid called stroma.

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What is the significance of lysosomes in cellular metabolism?

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Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down macromolecules, helping to recycle cellular components and manage waste.