Protists & Cells Flashcard Review

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What are flagella?

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Flagella are long, whip-like structures that help certain protists, like volvox, move through water.

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What is the function of chloroplasts in protists?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that allow protists to perform photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is an amoeba?

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Amoeba is a genus of single-celled organisms that feed by surrounding their food with cytoplasm and engulfing it.

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Why do plant cells have cell walls?

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Cell walls provide structure and support to plant cells, helping them maintain their shape.

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What is the role of the chloroplast in a plant cell?

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The chloroplast is where food (glucose) is made through the process of photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells regarding cell walls?

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Plant cells have cell walls for structure, while animal cells do not have cell walls and are more flexible.

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What are cilia?

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Cilia are short, hair-like structures that help some protists move and feed.

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What is the function of vacuoles in protists?

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Vacuoles are storage organelles that can hold nutrients, waste products, or water.

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What is pseudopodia?

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Pseudopodia are temporary projections of the cell membrane in amoebas used for movement and feeding.

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What is the significance of eyespots in some protists?

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Eyespots are light-sensitive structures that help protists detect light, aiding in movement towards it.