Plant, Animal, and Bacteria Cells and organelle function

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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Which organelle is found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

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Cell Wall

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What organelle captures energy from sunlight to produce carbohydrates in plant cells?

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Chloroplast

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What contains digestive enzymes to break down worn out parts of the cell?

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Lysosome

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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