Cell Types and Cell Organelles

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are small organelles that function as factories that make proteins. They can be found attached to the endoplasmic reticulum (E.R.) or floating freely in the cytoplasm.

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What type of cells do not have a nucleus?

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Prokaryotes are the type of cells that do not have a nucleus.

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What is the cell wall?

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The cell wall is a rigid layer that lies outside the cell membrane, providing structure and protection to the cell.

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What is the outermost layer of an animal cell?

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The outermost layer of an animal cell is the cell membrane.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jellylike substance that fills the space between the cell membrane, organelles, and the nucleus.

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What is the function of the Golgi bodies?

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Golgi bodies modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What are mitochondria known as?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy in the form of ATP.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus serves as the control center of the cell, housing the cell's DNA and coordinating activities such as growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are simple, single-celled organisms that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and support.