Cell Organelles

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes help with cell digestion by breaking down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What organelle controls what goes in and out of plant and animal cells?

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The cell membrane controls what goes in and out of plant and animal cells.

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What is the primary function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts absorb sunlight for photosynthesis, allowing plants to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What does the nucleus do in a eukaryotic cell?

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The nucleus holds the DNA and controls the functions of eukaryotic cells.

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What is the role of the cell wall in plant cells?

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The cell wall provides structure and support to the plant cell, giving it a rigid shape.

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the function of the Golgi complex?

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The Golgi complex modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site of many metabolic processes.