Cells and Organelles

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What is a cell?

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The basic unit of life that makes up all living organisms.

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What are organelles?

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Specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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It is the command center of the cell, containing DNA and controlling cell activities.

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What do chloroplasts do?

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They convert sunlight into food for the plant through photosynthesis.

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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 large vacuoles, while animal cells do not.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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They are the powerhouse of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the cell membrane?

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A protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of the vacuole in plant cells?

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It stores nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure.

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What is DNA?

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Deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries genetic information.