More Cell Organelles

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts

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Where in the cell are proteins synthesized?

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Ribosomes

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus acts as the control center of the cell, containing genetic material and regulating cell activities.

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What organelle is known as the 'protein packaging and shipping machine'?

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Golgi apparatus

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What is the role of lysosomes in a cell?

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Lysosomes contain digestive enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the primary function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What structure surrounds and protects the cell?

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The cell membrane (or plasma membrane) surrounds and protects the cell.

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER), as well as transporting materials within the cell.

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What is the role of ribosomes in the cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into proteins.

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What is the function of the cytoplasm?

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The cytoplasm is the gel-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles and is the site of many metabolic processes.