Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To control what comes in and out of the cell.

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What does the Golgi apparatus do?

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Packages cell products for export.

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What is the role of centrosomes/centrioles in a cell?

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Create special structures called spindle fibers that are used in cell division.

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

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Stores water in order to maintain plant shape (if a plant needs water, it wilts).

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What is the primary function of the nucleus?

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Stores genetic information (DNA).

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Produces energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Synthesizes proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the role of lysosomes?

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Uses enzymes to digest bacteria, viruses, and old organelles (recycles old cell parts).

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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Synthesizes proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER), and detoxifies certain chemicals.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Site of photosynthesis; uses sunlight to produce food.