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What is the function of a lysosome in a cell?

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Lysosomes break down food and unwanted cell parts.

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What does the golgi apparatus do in a cell?

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The golgi apparatus sorts and packages molecules for transport within the cell.

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What type of cell is characterized by the absence of a membrane-bound nucleus?

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Prokaryotic cells are characterized by the absence of a membrane-bound nucleus.

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What is the role of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients and waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure.

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What type of cell is a bacterial cell?

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A bacterial cell is a prokaryotic cell.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a membrane-bound nucleus, while eukaryotic cells have one.

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum synthesizes proteins and lipids and transports them within the cell.

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What is the purpose of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.