Organelle Functions

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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To produce energy for the cell.

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What is the function of the chloroplast?

Back

To produce food in a plant cell through photosynthesis.

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What is the function of the cytoplasm?

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To act as a jelly-like material to hold organelles in place.

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What is the function of the vacuole?

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To store water and other nutrients.

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What is the chemical inside a chloroplast that traps light for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and control what enters and exits.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To synthesize proteins for the cell.

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What is the role of the nucleus?

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To store genetic material (DNA) and control cell activities.

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

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To transport materials within the cell and assist in protein and lipid synthesis.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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To modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids for secretion or use within the cell.