Cell organelles and cell theory

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What is the function of the cytoplasm?

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The cytoplasm is a jelly-like substance that supports and protects the cellular organelles.

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What do lysosomes do in a cell?

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Lysosomes contain chemicals that break down food particles and worn out cell parts. They act as the recycling center of the cell.

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Who proposed that all cells come from preexisting cells?

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Rudolf Virchow proposed that all cells come from preexisting cells.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts capture energy from the sun to produce food for the plant cell.

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Which types of cells contain ribosomes?

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Both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells contain ribosomes.

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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 is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, as they produce energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing the cell's genetic material.

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What are ribosomes responsible for?

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Ribosomes are responsible for synthesizing (making) proteins.