Cells and Genetics

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria - It is responsible for producing energy through cellular respiration.

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What segment of DNA codes for a specific trait?

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Gene - A gene is a unit of heredity that is transferred from a parent to offspring.

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What part of the cell contains chromosomes and genes?

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Nucleus - The nucleus is the control center of the cell, housing the genetic material.

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What is the function of the vacuole in a cell?

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Vacuole - It stores nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What structure holds the genetic material in eukaryotic cells?

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Nucleus - It controls the functions of the cell and contains the cell's DNA.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes - They are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is a chromosome?

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Chromosome - A structure made of DNA and proteins that contains genetic information.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes - They contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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Cell Membrane - It protects the cell and regulates what enters and exits the cell.

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What is a codon?

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Codon - A sequence of three nucleotides that corresponds to a specific amino acid.