Cell Organelles

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What organelle is attached to the rough E.R. that makes it look rough?

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Ribosomes

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What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?

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They digest waste and clean the cell, acting as the garbage man of cells.

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What are mitochondria?

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Rod-shaped organelles that convert energy in food molecules to energy the cell can use.

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Where are cell membranes found?

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In both plant and animal cells.

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What organelle captures energy from sunlight in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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It acts as the control center, containing the cell's genetic material.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

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It modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or use within the cell.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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They store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure.

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What is the cell wall?

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A rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells.

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What is the endoplasmic reticulum (E.R.)?

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A network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.