Cell Structure and Function

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What are Prokaryotes?

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Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. Examples include bacteria.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls the cell's activities and contains the cell's DNA.

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What invention from the 17th century contributed to the development of modern cell theory?

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The light microscope allowed scientists to observe cells for the first time.

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What do ribosomes do in a cell?

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Ribosomes produce proteins for the cell.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane surrounds the cell, regulates what enters and leaves, and maintains homeostasis.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the organelles that break down food to produce energy for the cell.

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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 the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What are chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which a cell or organism maintains a stable internal environment.