Class Assignment: 12132024 - Vocab Flashcard (Cells and Organelles)

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus receives proteins from the endoplasmic reticulum, packages them, and distributes them to other parts of the cell or to other cells.

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What type of cell contains a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?

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Eukaryotic cell.

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What type of cell does not contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles?

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Prokaryotic cell.

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What is the rough endoplasmic reticulum covered in?

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Ribosomes.

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What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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It forms passageways where proteins are made and processed.

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What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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It forms passageways where cellular materials are made and breaks down toxins that enter the cell.

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What is an organelle?

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An organelle is a specialized structure within a cell that performs a specific function.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What role do ribosomes play in the cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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