Parts of the Cell

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What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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The rough endoplasmic reticulum transports proteins inside the cell.

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What do Golgi bodies do?

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Golgi bodies ship and package materials within the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like material that makes up most of the cell.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes create proteins for the cell.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus holds the DNA for the cell and directs cell activities.

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What is the structure that provides support and shape to the cell?

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The cytoskeleton provides support and shape to the cell.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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Rough ER has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while smooth ER does not have ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis.

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What are vacuoles?

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Vacuoles are storage sacs within the cell that hold various substances.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that controls what enters and leaves the cell.