Cell Organelle Functions

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What is a prokaryote?

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An organism with cells that do not contain a nucleus.

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What is a eukaryote?

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An organism with cells that contain a nucleus.

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What is the cell wall?

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A rigid layer of nonliving material that surrounds the cells of plants.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The part of the cell that acts like a security guard, controlling what substances can enter and leave the cell.

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What unique feature is found only in plant cells?

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Cell wall.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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It acts as the control center, housing the cell's genetic material.

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What are organelles?

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Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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They are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles.

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What is the role of ribosomes?

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They are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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