Cells Review

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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It is known as the 'powerhouse' of the cell, producing energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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It contains the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls the cell's activities.

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What is the rigid layer that provides support and protection to plant cells?

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Cell Wall

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Who is credited with naming the cell after observing cork under a microscope?

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Robert Hooke

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What organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes

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What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

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Cytoplasm

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What structure controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell?

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Cell Membrane

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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It is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

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What are the hair-like structures that help in cell movement?

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Cilia