Cell Organelles Review

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are simple, single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, such as bacteria.

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What are eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells are complex cells that contain a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, found in plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.

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What is the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus is an organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration to provide energy for cellular activities.

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What is a vacuole?

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A vacuole is a storage organelle in cells, primarily found in plant cells, that holds materials such as water, nutrients, and waste.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing the cell's genetic material (DNA) and regulating gene expression.

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What is the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is an organelle that assists in the synthesis of proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER) and transports them within the cell.

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are small structures that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into polypeptide chains.