Cell Organelles and Function

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Control center of the cell; contains DNA

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Nucleus

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Why are plant cells capable of making their own food but not animal cells?

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Because of the presence of chloroplasts.

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What is the difference between mitochondria and chloroplasts?

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Mitochondria breaks down energy from food and chloroplasts produce energy from sunlight.

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Ridged outer layer of a plant cell

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Cell wall

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Which type of cells have a membrane-bound nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?

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Eukaryotic Cells

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What organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?

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Mitochondria

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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To conduct photosynthesis and produce food.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What is cytoplasm?

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

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.