Cell Parts and Processes

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Why do human skin cells frequently undergo cell division?

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To replace dead or damaged skin cells.

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What is the part of the cell that is used for storage?

Back

Vacuole.

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Which organelle regulates what is able to enter and leave the cell?

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Cell Membrane.

Front

During the process of diffusion, what happens to particles?

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Particles move from areas of higher concentration to lower concentration.

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Where does cellular respiration happen inside the cell?

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Mitochondria.

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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 genetic material.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell and controls the movement of substances in and out.

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the movement of particles from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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