Cell Organelles

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are organelles that are the site of protein synthesis in cells. They read mRNA and translate it into proteins.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell. They convert food into energy through cellular respiration.

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What role do lysosomes play in a cell?

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Lysosomes are organelles that act as the cell's waste disposal system. They break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the purpose of vacuoles in cells?

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Vacuoles are storage organelles that hold food, water, and waste products. They help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is the cytoskeleton?

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The cytoskeleton is a network of fibers that provides structural support to the cell, helping it maintain its shape.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER), and it also transports materials within the cell.

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What are chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing the cell's genetic material (DNA) and regulating gene expression.