Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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The rough endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis and processing of proteins, as it is studded with ribosomes that translate mRNA into polypeptides.

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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 a vacuole?

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A vacuole is a membrane-bound organelle that stores nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is the role of lysosomes in a cell?

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Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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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 is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out.

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What is the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus is an organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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

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What is the difference between smooth and rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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The rough endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while the smooth endoplasmic reticulum lacks ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles and is the site of many metabolic processes.