Cells and organ systems

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What is a chloroplast?

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A chloroplast is an organelle found in plant cells that is responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are organelles that produce energy for the cell through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles serve as storage areas for water, nutrients, and waste products in plant cells.

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What is a unicellular organism?

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A unicellular organism is an organism that consists of a single cell, such as bacteria or yeast.

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What is a multicellular organism?

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A multicellular organism is made up of multiple cells that work together, such as humans, animals, and plants.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll in chloroplasts.

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What is the cell wall?

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The cell wall is a rigid outer layer that provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is the function of the large cell vacuole?

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The large cell vacuole in plant cells stores water and helps maintain turgor pressure.

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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.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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