Cell Parts and Functions

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What part of the cell contains chlorophyll (green pigment)?

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Chloroplast

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Which part of the cell controls the movement of materials into and out of the cell?

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Cell Membrane

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls the cell's activities and contains genetic material.

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What is the role of the vacuole in a plant cell?

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The vacuole stores nutrients and waste products and helps maintain turgor pressure.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, producing energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are located.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The ER is involved in the synthesis and transport of proteins and lipids.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth ER?

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Rough ER has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while smooth ER has no ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis.