Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the cytoskeleton in a cell?

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The cytoskeleton helps maintain the cell's shape and is involved in movement.

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What is the primary role of the cell membrane?

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To control what comes in and out of the cell.

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What does the central vacuole do in plant cells?

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It stores water and helps maintain turgor pressure.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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It receives proteins and materials from the endoplasmic reticulum, packages them, and distributes them to other parts of the cell.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast captures energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy stored in food.

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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, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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

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What is the structure and function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall is a rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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What is the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The ER is a network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.