Cellular Organelles

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What is a vacuole?

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A fluid-filled sac for storage of materials; stores food, water, and enzymes.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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It is a layered stack of flat membrane-enclosed spaces containing enzymes that process, sort, and deliver proteins.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The structure that forms the outside perimeter of the cell; it is semi-permeable and controls substances that enter and exit the cell.

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What organelle is responsible for making ATP?

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The mitochondrion, where cellular respiration occurs.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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They convert food molecules into energy.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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They are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy in plant cells.

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What is the nucleus?

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The organelle that contains the cell's DNA and controls its activities.

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What are ribosomes?

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Cell structures where proteins are synthesized.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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A rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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What is the role of lysosomes?

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They contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.