Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall protects and supports plant cells and is found outside the cell membrane.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane surrounds animal cells and controls what goes in and out of the cell.

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What does the Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) do?

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The ER transports proteins within the cell and is located near the nucleus.

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What is a plant cell?

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A plant cell is a type of cell that has a cell wall, chloroplasts, and a large central vacuole.

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they create energy.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the organelle that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls cell activities.

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What is the cytoplasm?

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

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What is a vacuole?

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A vacuole is a storage organelle in cells that holds various substances, such as nutrients and waste products.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.