Plant and Animal Cell Flashcard (7th Grade)

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

Back

To convert energy from food molecules into energy the cell can use.

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Which organelles store food and water and other materials needed by the cell?

Back

Vacuoles.

Front

What are the parts of the cell responsible for storage of food, materials, and waste?

Back

Vacuoles.

Front

Which organelle is the control center of a cell?

Back

Nucleus.

Front

What part of a cell controls what enters and leaves the cell?

Back

Cell membrane.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

It acts as the control center, regulating gene expression and cell division.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

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

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What is cytoplasm?

Back

The jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are located.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

Back

They are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.