Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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The cell wall provides structure and protection to plant cells, helping to maintain their shape.

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What is the role of the central vacuole in plant cells?

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The central vacuole stores water, nutrients, and waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What are chloroplasts responsible for?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy in plant cells.

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls the cell's growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles and is the site of many cellular processes.

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the organelles that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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