Unit 3 Review: Cells

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What is the primary function of red blood cells in the human body?

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Red blood cells are specialized to transport oxygen throughout the body.

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What is the main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells are more complex than prokaryotic cells.

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What would happen to a cell if its ribosomes were destroyed?

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The cell would be unable to synthesize proteins.

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Which organelle is responsible for packaging and shipping proteins?

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Golgi bodies.

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What determines the function of a specialized cell?

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The active genes in the cell.

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What are the two main types of cells?

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Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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The smooth endoplasmic reticulum is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification.

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What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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The rough endoplasmic reticulum is involved in protein synthesis and has ribosomes on its surface.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.