Cell Organelles Structure and Function

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What is a multicellular organism?

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A multicellular organism is made of many cells, each specialized to perform certain functions.

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What type of cell is a eukaryotic cell?

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A eukaryotic cell is a type of cell that has a nucleus and organelles, and is found in organisms like plants and animals.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria create energy for the cell through a process called cellular respiration.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plants?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles that conduct photosynthesis to make sugar in plants.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what goes in and out of plant and animal cells.

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What is a prokaryotic cell?

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A prokaryotic cell is a simple cell without a nucleus or organelles, typically found in bacteria.

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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 role of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is where many cellular processes occur.

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What is the function of the large central vacuole in plant cells?

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The large central vacuole stores water, nutrients, and waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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