Cell Organelles

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What is a cell wall?

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A rigid outer coating that offers protection and structure, found only in plant cells.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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Helps maintain shape and structure of the cell.

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What is a cell membrane?

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A flexible barrier that controls what goes in and out of the cell, found in both plant and animal cells.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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Regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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A gel-like fluid that supports the cell and contains organelles.

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What is the function of cytoplasm?

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Provides a medium for chemical reactions and supports organelles.

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What are vacuoles?

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Storage spaces within a cell for water, waste, and food.

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What is the function of vacuoles?

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Store nutrients and waste products, helping maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What are chloroplasts?

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Organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy, found in plant cells.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Convert light energy into chemical energy (glucose) through photosynthesis.