Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls all activity in the cell (the brain) and stores DNA.

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What is the role of the cytoplasm in a cell?

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The cytoplasm is the fluid that fills the cell and keeps the organelles in place.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the power plant of the cell; they create energy called ATP.

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What do lysosomes do in a cell?

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Lysosomes break down and detoxify waste material within the cell.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose and oxygen in a process called photosynthesis.

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What is the cell wall and its function?

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The cell wall is a rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that controls what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is the function of vacuoles in cells?

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Vacuoles store water and nutrients for the cell to survive.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose and oxygen.