Cell Organelle Functions 1-13

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What is the function of the Endoplasmic Reticulum?

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The Endoplasmic Reticulum serves as an internal transport system within the cell and can be classified as rough (with ribosomes) or smooth (without ribosomes).

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus acts as the control center of the cell, regulating all its functions and housing the cell's genetic material.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the gel-like substance that fills the cell and holds all the organelles in place.

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What is the function of cilia?

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Cilia are hair-like structures that move fluid and other substances across the surface of a cell.

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Where are digestive enzymes found in a cell?

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Digestive enzymes are found in lysosomes, which are organelles responsible for breaking down waste materials.

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What is the primary function of mitochondria?

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

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis, translating messenger RNA into polypeptide chains.

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

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