Cell Organelles and Their Functions

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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Structure that contains DNA and directs the cell.

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What type of cells are humans made up of?

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Eukaryotic cells.

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What is the basic structure of life?

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Cell.

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Which organelle is responsible for the structure and strength of the cell?

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Cell wall (in plant cells).

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True or false? The structure of a cell is directly related to its function.

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True.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Powerhouse of the cell; produces energy (ATP) through respiration.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Synthesize proteins.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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Regulates what enters and exits the cell; provides protection.

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What organelle is responsible for packaging and distributing proteins?

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Golgi apparatus.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Digest waste materials and cellular debris.