Cellular Organelles and Microscopes 2024

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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What type of cell has no membrane-bound organelles?

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Prokaryote

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Which organelle is responsible for storing DNA?

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Nucleus

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What is the function of the cell wall in plant cells?

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Provides structure and support, giving cells a boxy appearance.

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Which organelle is larger in plant cells and stores food and waste?

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Vacuole

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Generates energy for the cell through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Conduct photosynthesis to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the semi-permeable membrane surrounding the cell called?

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Cell membrane.