Cell Organelles

Front

What is the site of photosynthesis in plant cells?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

What type of cell is characterized by having a cell wall and chloroplasts?

Back

Plant cell

Front

What is known as the 'power plant' of the cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What organelle is referred to as the 'post office' of the cell?

Back

Golgi Apparatus

Front

What are the 'garbage collectors' of the cell that remove waste?

Back

Lysosomes

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Protein synthesis

Front

What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

It regulates what enters and leaves the cell.

Front

What is the difference between rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

Rough ER has ribosomes on its surface and synthesizes proteins; Smooth ER is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification.

Front

What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

Back

They store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure.