Cells

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What is the gel-like substance found in a cell?

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Cytoplasm

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the shape of animal cells compared to plant cells?

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Animal cells are irregular in shape; plant cells are regular in shape.

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Which organelle produces energy in the cell?

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Mitochondrion

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

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What is the function of lysosomes in the cell?

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Get rid of waste.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What structures are found in both plant and animal cells?

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Nucleolus, ribosomes, and endoplasmic reticulum.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus stores all the genetic information.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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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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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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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.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus; eukaryotic cells do.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2