Cell Structure and Function Concepts

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What is the function of the chloroplast in a plant cell?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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What is the role of the mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the cell wall and its function?

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The cell wall is a rigid outer layer found in plant cells that provides structure and protection.

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What is the nucleus and its primary function?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing DNA and regulating gene expression.

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What is the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is a network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth ER?

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Rough ER has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while smooth ER lacks ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis.

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What is the Golgi apparatus and its function?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process during cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two daughter cells.

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through to grow and divide, including interphase and mitotic phase.

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What technology helped develop the Cell Theory?

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The microscope was invented, allowing scientists to observe cells and develop the Cell Theory.