Cells and Organelles Review

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What are examples of eukaryotic cells?

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Plants and animal cells are examples of eukaryotic cells.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls everything and stores DNA.

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What is the genetic material located in the nucleus?

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Chromosomes/DNA are the genetic material of a cell.

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What type of cell does not have a nucleus?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus.

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What is the clear, jelly-like material in a cell that supports and protects organelles?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like material that supports and protects the cell's organelles.

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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.

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What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.