Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the Plasma Membrane?

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The Plasma Membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.

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What is a Ribosome?

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A Ribosome is a small structure that reads RNA to assemble proteins, found either floating in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum.

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What is the role of a Lysosome?

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A Lysosome breaks down larger food molecules into smaller ones and recycles old cell parts, functioning like a recycling center.

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What are Centrioles?

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Centrioles are cylindrical structures that help in cell division by organizing the mitotic spindle.

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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 Endoplasmic Reticulum?

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The Endoplasmic Reticulum is a network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis; it comes in two forms: rough (with ribosomes) and smooth (without ribosomes).

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What is the function of Mitochondria?

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

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What is a Vacuole?

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A Vacuole is a storage organelle that holds various substances, such as nutrients, waste products, or water.

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What is the Cell Wall?

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The Cell Wall is a rigid outer layer found in plant cells that provides structure and protection.

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What is the Nucleus?

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The Nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing DNA and regulating gene expression.