Cell Organelles

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What is the gel-like fluid that fills plant and animal cells?

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Cytoplasm

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What is the primary function of lysosomes in a cell?

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To remove waste using digestive enzymes from the cell.

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What organelle holds the DNA and controls the functions of eukaryotic cells?

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Nucleus

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS3-1

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Which organelle captures energy from sunlight to produce food in plant cells?

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Chloroplast

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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Where are cell membranes found?

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In all plant and animal cells.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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To produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

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

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To synthesize proteins and lipids; it can be rough (with ribosomes) or smooth (without ribosomes).

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the role of the cell wall in plant cells?

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To provide structure and support; it is made of cellulose.