Cell Labeling (Animal, Plant, Prokaryote)

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, responsible for producing energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of the rough endoplasmic reticulum (Rough ER)?

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The Rough ER is involved in the synthesis and processing of proteins, as it is studded with ribosomes.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus houses the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls cellular activities by regulating gene expression.

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What is the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (Smooth ER) responsible for?

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The Smooth ER is involved in lipid synthesis, detoxification, and calcium ion storage.

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What is the role of the nucleolus?

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The nucleolus is responsible for producing ribosomes and is found within the nucleus.

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What is the primary function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy in plant cells.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that regulates what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis, translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into polypeptide chains.

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What is the role of vacuoles in plant cells?

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