Cell Organelles

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What organelle breaks down (digests) worn out cell parts, mostly in animal cells?

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Lysosomes

Front

Where is the DNA found in a prokaryotic cell?

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Floating around in the cytoplasm.

Front

What controls what enters and leaves a cell?

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Cell membrane.

Front

Which organelle packages proteins for delivery?

Back

Golgi apparatus.

Front

What organelle releases energy for cells to use, most common in animal cells?

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Mitochondria.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

It controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Front

What is the role of lysosomes in a cell?

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They digest worn-out organelles and macromolecules.

Front

What is the primary function of mitochondria?

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To produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells regarding DNA location?

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In prokaryotic cells, DNA is found floating in the cytoplasm; in eukaryotic cells, it is contained within the nucleus.

Front

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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To modify, sort, and package proteins for secretion or delivery to other organelles.