Cell Organelles

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What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?

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Lysosomes act as the cell's waste disposal system, breaking down unwanted materials and recycling cellular components.

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What is the structure that provides support and protection to plant cells?

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The cell wall is a rigid layer that lies outside the cell membrane, providing support and protection.

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What is the primary function of the nucleolus within the nucleus?

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The nucleolus is responsible for producing the initial parts of ribosomes, which are essential for protein synthesis.

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Identify the organelle responsible for modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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The Golgi apparatus (or Golgi body) is responsible for modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus in cellular processes?

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The Golgi apparatus processes and packages proteins and lipids for transport to different destinations.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

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Rough endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while smooth endoplasmic reticulum lacks ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification.

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What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for synthesizing proteins by translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into polypeptide chains.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell, providing a barrier and maintaining homeostasis.

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.