Organelles

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform distinct processes necessary for the cell's life.

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Which types of cells contain chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are found only in plant cells.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus stores genetic information and controls the cell's activities.

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What type of organism has no membrane-bound organelles and loose DNA?

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Bacteria are organisms that have no membrane-bound organelles and their DNA is loose in the cytoplasm.

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What is the primary function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are the site of photosynthesis, where sunlight is converted into energy.

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What does the Golgi Apparatus do?

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The Golgi Apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and materials from the endoplasmic reticulum.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.