Cell Vocabulary

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts make food using sunlight and chlorophyll through photosynthesis.

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What does a vacuole do in a cell?

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A vacuole stores water, waste, and other materials in the cell.

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What is the role of the Golgi complex?

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The Golgi complex processes materials and transports them to the outside of the cell.

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What is an organelle?

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An organelle is a specialized structure within a cell that has a specific job.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall surrounds the cell membrane in plant cells and provides strength and support.

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What is the main component of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is primarily composed of a phospholipid bilayer.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus stores the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls its activities.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site of many cellular processes.

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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.