Cell Organelles Flashcard Biology BWHS

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What is the function of a vacuole in a cell?

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Stores excess water, waste, and other materials. Animal cells have multiple small vacuoles, while plant cells have one large, central vacuole.

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What organelle is known as the control center of the cell?

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Nucleus; it controls all cell activity and contains DNA (genetic material).

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How can a ribosome be best described?

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As a protein factory, it synthesizes proteins for the cell.

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Where is endoplasm found in a cell?

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In the inner part of the cell.

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Where are organelles generally found in a cell?

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In the cytoplasm.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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It acts as a barrier that controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria; it produces energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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Provides structure and protection to plant cells.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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They are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.