Endosymbiotic Theory

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What do you get from your mitochondria?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is produced by mitochondria, which is the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the Endosymbiotic Theory?

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The Endosymbiotic Theory proposes that eukaryotic cells originated from a symbiotic relationship between different prokaryotic cells.

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What unique feature do mitochondria and chloroplasts have compared to other organelles?

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Mitochondria and chloroplasts both have their own DNA, which is distinct from the nuclear DNA of the cell.

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Which type of cell is typically smaller: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

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Prokaryotic cells are typically smaller than eukaryotic cells.

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Which type of cell has membrane-bound organelles?

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Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is the primary function of mitochondria?

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The primary function of mitochondria is to produce ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into chemical energy.

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How do mitochondria and chloroplasts support the Endosymbiotic Theory?

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Both organelles have their own DNA and double membranes, suggesting they were once independent prokaryotic organisms.

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What is a prokaryote?

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A prokaryote is a single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is a eukaryote?

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A eukaryote is an organism whose cells contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.