Plant and Animal Cells

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What do scientists call the parts of a cell?

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Organelles are the specialized structures within a cell that perform distinct functions.

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Which organelle is on the outside of an animal cell?

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The cell membrane is the outer layer of an animal cell that controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria are organelles that produce energy for the cell through cellular respiration.

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Where is the DNA of a cell found?

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

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Which organelles do animal cells not have?

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Animal cells do not have chloroplasts, which are found in plant cells and are responsible for photosynthesis.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to plant cells, and is not found in animal cells.

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What is the role of lysosomes in a cell?

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

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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 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.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is where many cellular processes occur.

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