Study Guide- Cell (Structure/ Function)

Front

What is the structure that surrounds the cell and regulates which particles may enter or leave the cell?

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Cell Membrane

Front

What is a key difference between plant and animal cells?

Back

Plants have chloroplasts and large vacuoles, while animals have no chloroplasts and small vacuoles.

Front

What is the term for the material that contains genetic information within the nucleus?

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Chromatin

Front

What type of cells include both plants and animals?

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Eukaryotes

Front

What are the passageways that carry proteins and other materials from one part of the cell to another?

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Both Rough and Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER).

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and control the movement of substances in and out.

Front

What organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?

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Mitochondria.

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are found?

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Cytoplasm.

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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To conduct photosynthesis and convert sunlight into energy.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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To store genetic information and control cell activities.