Cell Structures & Organelles

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What is the primary component of the bacterial cell wall?

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Peptidoglycan

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List the four structures that prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have in common.

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Cytoplasm, Genetic Material, Ribosomes, and Cell Membrane

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What structure surrounds all types of cells and maintains homeostasis?

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Cell Membrane

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It is selectively permeable and helps to maintain homeostasis.

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Define eukaryotic cells.

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Cells with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, including yeast, fungi, plants, and animals.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

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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 metabolic processes.

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What is the role of the cell wall in plant cells?

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The cell wall provides structure and support to the plant cell.

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What organelle is responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells?

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Mitochondria.