Cell Organelles

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What is the control center of the cell?

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Nucleus: The brain of the cell that contains genetic material.

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What is the genetic material found in the nucleus?

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DNA: The molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What is known as the power plant of the cell?

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Mitochondria: Organelles that produce energy through cellular respiration.

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Which organelle is involved in the transportation of materials within the cell?

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Endoplasmic Reticulum: A network of membranes that transports proteins and other materials.

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What organelle is the site of photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast: The organelle in plant cells that converts sunlight into energy.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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Cell Membrane: A protective barrier that regulates what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is the role of ribosomes in the cell?

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Ribosomes: Organelles that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes: Organelles that contain enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm: The jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles: Storage organelles that hold nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure.