Biology Cells Review

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What is the total magnification if the eyepiece is 10X and the objective lens is 55X?

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Total magnification = Eyepiece magnification x Objective lens magnification = 10X x 55X = 550X.

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What is the storage area for the cell that plants usually have one large of?

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Vacuole.

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Which structures are found in every living cell?

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Cell membrane and cytoplasm.

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What is the function of a cell wall?

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To protect and support the cell.

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What is the main function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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To absorb light energy and manufacture food.

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Define 'cell membrane'.

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A protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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To produce energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the purpose of the cytoplasm?

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To provide a medium for chemical reactions and to support organelles.