Plant vs Animal Cells

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What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is the function of the cell wall in plant cells?

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The cell wall provides structure, support, and protection, helping the cell maintain its shape.

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Which organelle is responsible for energy production in both plant and animal cells?

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Mitochondrion.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is cytoplasm?

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

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus directs cell activities and contains genetic material (DNA).

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Do animal cells have a cell wall?

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No, animal cells do not have a cell wall.

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What is the large central vacuole's function in plant cells?

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The large central vacuole stores water, nutrients, and waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.