Parts of a Cell and Functions

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What is the job of the cell wall?

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It is the outermost layer of the cell.

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What is the job of the cell membrane?

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Regulate what enters and exits the cell - acts like skin.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is a gel-like substance within the cell.

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What is the job of the Ribosomes?

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Makes proteins.

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What transports protein in cells?

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Endoplasmic Reticulum.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus stores genetic information and controls cell activities.

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What is the role of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria generate energy for the cell.

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for secretion.

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What are lysosomes?

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Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes to digest waste materials.

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What is the function of the chloroplast?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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