Plant vs. Animal Cells

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are organelles that convert glucose into ATP, providing energy for the cell.

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Where is DNA stored in a cell?

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DNA is stored in the nucleus of the cell.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes make proteins for the cell and can be found attached to the endoplasmic reticulum or free in the cytoplasm.

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What is a chloroplast and its function?

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Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What does the Golgi apparatus do?

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The Golgi apparatus packages proteins for delivery to different parts of the cell or outside the cell.

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What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site for many cellular processes.

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

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What are vesicles?

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Vesicles are small membrane-bound sacs that transport materials within the cell.