Cell Functions

What is the function of the cell wall?

• Gives the cell a definite shape and structure

• Provides protection for the internal parts of the cell

• Disposes waste from the cell

• Controls all functions of organelles in the cell

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What is the function of the nucleus?

• To control all organelles of the cell

• Hold/contain the cell's DNA

• Hold/contain the cell's RNA

• Provides passageway for molecules to travel through the cell

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What nickname does the nucleus have?

• "the powerhouse"

• "the intracellular highway"

• "control center"

• "the trash disposal"

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What is the function of the nuclear envelope?

• Separating the nucleus from the cytoplasm

• Produce ribosomes

• Produce RNA

• Hold cell parts in place inside the cell

What is the function of the nucleolus?

• Produce ribosomes

• Produce RNA

• Provides a passageway for molecules to travel through the cell

• Generate chemical energy needed to power the cell's biochemical reactions

What is the function of the Rough ER?

• Assist with protein production

• Provides a passageway for molecules to travel through

• Maintains water balance

• Breakdown waste materials

What is the function of the Smooth ER?

• Intracellular digestion

• Removal of dead cells

• Prepares and packages proteins

• Makes lipids, plasma membranes, and steriods

What is the function of the cytoplasm?

• Transport water to all cell parts

• Hold cells parts in place

• Produce waste

• Take in sunlight for photosynthesis

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

• Create DNA

• Generate most of the chemical energy used to power the cell

• Break down glucose to produce ATP

• Protect all cell parts

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What is the function of the chloroplast?

• Assist in photosynthesis

• Take in Sunlight, CO2, and H2O

• Link amino acids together to form proteins

• Breakdown waste materials

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