Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides support and gives the plant cell its rigid, box-like shape.

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What is the 'brain' of the cell?

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The nucleus is the 'brain' of the cell, controlling all cell activities.

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What do vacuoles do in plant and animal cells?

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Vacuoles store water and other substances in both plant and animal cells.

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What is the outermost layer of a plant cell?

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The outermost layer of a plant cell is the cell wall.

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What is the difference between the cell wall and the cell membrane?

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The cell wall is rigid and provides structure, while the cell membrane is flexible and controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is chlorophyll?

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Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in plant cells that helps in photosynthesis.

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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, providing energy through respiration.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are found.

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What are ribosomes responsible for?

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Ribosomes are responsible for making proteins in the cell.

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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.