Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the gooey liquid in a cell called?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.

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What do scientists call the parts of a cell?

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The parts of a cell are called organelles.

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What is the function of a lysosome in a cell?

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Lysosomes act as the trash and recycling center of the cell, breaking down waste materials.

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What is the outer layer of an animal cell called?

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The outer layer of an animal cell is called the cell membrane.

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What is a unicellular organism?

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A unicellular organism is made up of only one cell, like an amoeba.

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, providing energy through respiration.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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

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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.

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What is a vacuole?

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A vacuole is a storage organelle in cells, holding substances like water, nutrients, or waste.