Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria convert energy from food molecules into energy the cell can use.

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How do protist cells differ from plant and animal cells?

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Protists are unicellular organisms.

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What are all living things made up of?

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All living things are made up of cells.

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What is the purpose of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane allows certain types of matter to pass into the cell to provide the materials it needs.

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Which organelles store food and other materials needed by the cell?

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Vacuoles store food and other materials needed by the cell.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between unicellular and multicellular organisms?

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Unicellular organisms consist of a single cell, while multicellular organisms are made up of multiple cells.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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

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What is the purpose of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.