Cell Structures and Functions

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are organelles that make proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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Who was the scientist that first observed cells in cork?

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Robert Hooke was the scientist who looked at cork and named what he saw cells.

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What is the powerhouse of the cell that converts sugars into energy?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they convert sugars into energy.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store water and other materials, and they are larger in plant cells.

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Which scientist concluded that all plants are made of cells?

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Matthias Schleiden concluded that all plants are made out of cells.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and structure.

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What is the function 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 are chloroplasts and their function?

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

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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 endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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