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What is the function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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The vacuole stores nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What organelle is responsible for holding the cell's DNA?

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The nucleus holds the cell's DNA and controls the cell's activities.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the gel-like fluid inside the cell where organelles are suspended.

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What are vacuoles?

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Vacuoles are storage bubbles found in cells; plant cells typically have one large vacuole.

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What is the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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The rough endoplasmic reticulum is an organelle involved in protein synthesis and has ribosomes on its surface.

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What is the role of the mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is the function of the Golgi body?

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The Golgi body modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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