Cell Organelles

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles where photosynthesis occurs, allowing plants to convert sunlight into energy.

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What organelle is responsible for producing energy in the cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the 'power plants' of the cell, producing energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is involved in the synthesis of lipids and proteins; it comes in two forms: rough ER (with ribosomes) and smooth ER (without ribosomes).

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Which organelle is responsible for waste removal in the cell?

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

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What is the main 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 the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles and is the site for many cellular processes.

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What is the role of ribosomes in the cell?

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Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis, where amino acids are assembled into proteins.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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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.