Cell Organelles, Functions, and Cell Theory

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What is the function of the chloroplast?

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To produce food in a plant cell through photosynthesis.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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To act as a plant cell's 'Skeleton'.

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What organelle stores water and other nutrients in a cell?

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Vacuole.

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What is the function of the vacuole?

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To store water and other nutrients.

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What organelle controls what enters and exits the cell?

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Cell membrane.

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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To produce energy for the cell.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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To store genetic material (DNA) and control cell activities.

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What is the cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are suspended.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To produce proteins for the cell.

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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.