Cell Structure (Pro v. Eu and Organelles)

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What is the basic unit of all forms of life?

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Cell

Front

What organelle captures energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy?

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Chloroplast

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What organelle stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates?

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Vacuole

Front

What organelle modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and other materials from the endoplasmic reticulum?

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Golgi apparatus

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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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.

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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.