Organelles

Front

What organelle is responsible for breaking down waste in the cell?

Back

Lysosome

Front

Which organelle is involved in the process of photosynthesis?

Back

Chloroplast

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Front

What is the control center of the cell that contains DNA?

Back

Nucleus

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Front

What structure provides rigidity to plant cells?

Back

Cell wall

Front

Which organelle is responsible for the production of ribosomes?

Back

Nucleolus

Front

What is the function of the mitochondria in a cell?

Back

Mitochondria are responsible for producing energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-7

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Front

What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in a cell?

Back

The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

Front

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

Back

The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

Front

What is the primary function of the plasma membrane?

Back

The plasma membrane regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.