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What gives support and shape to the cell?

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Cell Membrane: A flexible barrier that surrounds the cell, providing structure and support.

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What is the main function of rough ER?

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Protein production: The rough endoplasmic reticulum is studded with ribosomes and is primarily involved in synthesizing proteins.

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What is mainly membrane-enclosed spaces stacked on top of each other?

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Golgi Apparatus: An organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What are "storage tanks" that can hold food, water, or waste for the cell?

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Vacuole: A membrane-bound sac within the cell that stores substances.

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What is the jelly-like substance found inside the cell that acts as a medium for chemical reactions?

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Cytoplasm: The fluid that fills a cell and surrounds the organelles, facilitating cellular processes.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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Cell Wall: A rigid outer layer that provides protection and support to plant cells.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in a cell?

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Chloroplasts: Organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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Nucleus: The control center of the cell that houses DNA and regulates gene expression.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes: Molecular machines that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the function of the smooth ER?

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Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum: Involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification processes.