Cell Organelles - Basic function flashcard

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What is the basic unit of life?

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Cell

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Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

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It is responsible for packaging and transporting proteins.

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Which of the following is a jelly-like substance that fills the cell? Nucleus, Cytoplasm, Mitochondria, Endoplasmic Reticulum

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Cytoplasm

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What is the primary function of vacuoles in cells?

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Storage of water, nutrients, and waste

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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts

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What pigment do chloroplasts contain that is crucial for photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll

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What is the role of lysosomes in animal cells?

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Digestion and breakdown of waste

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Why is it important to understand the organelles in plant and animal cells?

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To understand how cells work