Cell Organelles

Front

What organelle is only found in a plant cell?

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Chloroplast

Front

What is referred to as the control center of the cell?

Back

Nucleus, which contains DNA and a nucleolus.

Front

What type of cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?

Back

Eukaryotic cells; Prokaryotic cells do not.

Front

What is the outermost layer of an animal cell that controls what enters and leaves?

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Cell membrane.

Front

What structure contains DNA and is essential for cell function?

Back

Nucleus.

Front

What organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?

Back

Mitochondria.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Front

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.