Cell Function Flashcard

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What are lysosomes?

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Lysosomes are cell features that contain digestive enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the main function of the cell wall?

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The main function of the cell wall is to protect and provide support for the cell.

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What is a vacuole?

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A vacuole is a cell feature responsible for storing water and other substances.

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What do plant cells have that animal cells do not?

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Plant cells have cell walls and chloroplasts, which are not found in animal cells.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, responsible for producing energy.

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What is the role of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are cell features that convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing genetic material (DNA) and regulating cell activities.

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are cell structures that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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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, providing protection and support.

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What is the Golgi body?

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The Golgi body is a cell organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion.