Organelles

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus contains the cell's DNA and directs its activities.

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What organelle is responsible for energy production in plant and animal cells?

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Mitochondria.

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TRUE OR FALSE: The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell.

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TRUE

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What organelle captures sunlight to produce food in plant cells?

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Chloroplast.

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What is the primary role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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To capture energy from sunlight and convert it into chemical energy through photosynthesis.

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What is the structure that surrounds and protects the cell?

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Cell membrane.

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What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are found?

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Cytoplasm.

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What organelle is involved in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes.

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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To synthesize proteins and lipids; it also transports materials within the cell.

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What is the role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

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To modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.