Cell biology

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What type of molecule is glucose (C6H12O6)?

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Carbohydrate

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What organelle collects, processes, and packages proteins for the cell?

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Golgi apparatus

Front

Why is the nucleus important?

Back

It stores genetic information.

Front

What do prokaryotes lack?

Back

Membrane-bound organelles.

Front

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

Back

C6H12O6

Front

What is the primary function of mitochondria?

Back

To produce energy (ATP) for the cell.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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.

Front

What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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To synthesize and process proteins.