Cell Organelles and Functions

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell and controls what comes in and out of the cell.

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Which organelle is responsible for making proteins?

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Ribosomes are the organelles that make proteins.

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What is a vacuole?

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A vacuole is a fluid-filled vesicle for storage found in the cells of most animals, plants, and fungi.

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According to the Cell Theory, what is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the region enclosed by the cell membrane that includes the fluid and all of the organelles of the cell.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls the cell's activities and contains the genetic material.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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

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What do lysosomes do?

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

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What is the function of the Golgi complex?

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The Golgi complex modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.