Organelles in Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the gooey liquid in a cell called?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.

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What gives an onion root cell its brick-like structure?

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The cell wall provides structure and support to the cell, making it rigid.

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Which organelle in plant cells is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles that convert sunlight into food for the plant through photosynthesis.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for transport.

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What role does the cytoplasm play in a cell?

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The cytoplasm helps keep organelles in place and is the site for many cellular processes.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the purpose of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store water, nutrients, and waste products, helping maintain turgor pressure.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in 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.