Mod 3 Cell Structure and Function

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What is endocytosis?

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Endocytosis is the movement of materials into a cell through a vesicle that requires energy.

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What structures help cells move?

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Cilia and flagella are structures that help cells move.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates the transport of materials in and out of the cell.

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are small structures inside of cells that carry out specific functions.

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What is a function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what materials can move into and out of the cell.

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What is exocytosis?

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Exocytosis is the process of moving materials out of a cell through vesicles.

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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 cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site of many metabolic processes.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the organelle that contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, as they produce ATP through cellular respiration.