Cells and Viruses

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What cellular structure is responsible for protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where proteins are produced.

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What are the main components of cell membranes in living organisms?

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Cell membranes are primarily made of a bilayer of lipids.

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What is a virus that specifically infects bacterial cells called?

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A bacteriophage is a virus that enters and infects bacterial cells.

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What tool is commonly used to observe cells?

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A microscope is used to view cells.

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Which types of cells contain nucleic acid?

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Both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells contain nucleic acid.

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is a virus?

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A virus is a microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside a living host cell.