Cells and Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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The nucleus holds the DNA and controls the functions of eukaryotic cells.

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What organelle captures energy from sunlight to produce food in plant cells?

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Chloroplast.

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What are the two kinds of cells?

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Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotes have a nucleus, while prokaryotes do not.

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What is the Cell Theory?

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1. All living things are made of one or more cells. 2. Cells are the building blocks of life. 3. All cells come from preexisting cells.

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Which type of cell is found in bacteria?

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Prokaryotic.

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What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.