Plant vs Animal Cells

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What is a Eukaryote?

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A type of cell that has a defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, such as plant and animal cells.

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What is a Prokaryote?

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A type of cell that does not have a defined nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, such as bacteria.

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What organelle is found only in plant cells?

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Chloroplast, which is responsible for photosynthesis.

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What is the function of the Mitochondria?

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Known as the 'powerhouse of the cell', it breaks down sugar molecules to release energy and is the site of cellular respiration.

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What is the main difference between plant and animal cells?

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

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What is the function of the Cell Wall?

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A rigid outer layer that provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is the role of the Nucleus in a cell?

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It acts as the control center, housing the cell's DNA and coordinating activities like growth and reproduction.

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What is the function of Lysosomes?

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They contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the role of the Endoplasmic Reticulum?

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It is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids; it comes in two forms: rough (with ribosomes) and smooth (without ribosomes).

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What is the function of Ribosomes?

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They are the sites of protein synthesis in the cell.