Cell Function

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What is a prokaryotic cell?

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A prokaryotic cell is a single-celled organism that lacks a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.

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What molecule do cells use to carry out processes after energy is transferred from sugar?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the molecule that cells use to carry out cell processes.

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What does DNA stand for?

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DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, which contains the genetic material of the cell.

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What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy through cellular respiration.

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What type of cells are eukaryotes made up of?

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Eukaryotes are made up of one or more eukaryotic cells.

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What is the function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert sugar into energy.

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are single-celled and lack a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells can be single-celled or multicellular and have a nucleus.

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What role do ribosomes play in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.