REVIEW: Cells

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane covers a cell's surface and controls what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is the cell theory?

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The cell theory states that all living things are made of cells, cells are the basic unit of life, and all cells come from preexisting cells.

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What organelle is responsible for producing energy in a cell?

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The mitochondrion is the organelle that produces energy for a cell.

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What type of cells are plants and animals classified as?

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Plants and animal cells are classified as eukaryotic cells.

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What is a prokaryotic cell?

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A prokaryotic cell is smaller, simpler, and does not have a nucleus.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus acts as the control center of the cell, housing the cell's DNA.

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What is the difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in a cell.

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What is a vacuole?

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A vacuole is an organelle that stores nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site of many cellular processes.

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