Cells & Organelles

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondrion - It converts energy from food into energy the cell can use.

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What is the control center of the cell that holds DNA?

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Nucleus - It is present in all eukaryotic cells.

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What are tiny cell structures that carry out specific functions within the cell?

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Organelles - They perform various tasks necessary for the cell's life.

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What organelle is known as the protein packaging and shipping machine?

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Golgi apparatus - It modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for secretion.

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How do eukaryotes differ from prokaryotes?

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Eukaryotes have a nucleus, while prokaryotes do not.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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It is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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What is the function of vacuoles in a cell?

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

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.