Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the Cell Membrane?

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The Cell Membrane regulates materials entering and leaving the cell and provides support and protection. It is selectively permeable.

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What does the Golgi Apparatus do?

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The Golgi Apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and other materials from the Endoplasmic Reticulum for storage or release from the cell.

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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 and contains nearly all of the cell’s DNA.

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What is the function of Ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for making proteins and can be found on the rough endoplasmic reticulum and in the cytoplasm.

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What is synthesized in the Endoplasmic Reticulum?

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The Endoplasmic Reticulum synthesizes lipids and proteins, as well as other materials that are exported from the cell.

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What is the difference between Rough and Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum?

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Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum lacks ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis.

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What is the function of Vacuoles?

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Vacuoles are storage organelles that can hold various substances, including nutrients, waste products, and water.

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What is the role of Mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, as they generate ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the Cytoskeleton?

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The Cytoskeleton provides structural support to the cell, helps maintain its shape, and is involved in cell movement.

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What is the purpose of Lysosomes?

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