Cell Organelles and Function pictures REVIEW

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What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?

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Lysosomes act as the cell's waste disposal system, breaking down unwanted materials and recycling them.

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What is an example of a plant responding to a stimulus?

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A plant growing towards a light source is an example of responding to a stimulus.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, directing all its activities.

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Which organelle is primarily responsible for waste processing in a cell?

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Lysosome.

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What does the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) do?

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The ER has passageways that carry proteins and other materials from one part of the cell to another.

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What is the function of 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 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 cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is the purpose of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.