Cell Structure and Function Review

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What can only be found in plant cells?

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Chloroplast - an organelle that allows plants to perform photosynthesis.

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What types of cells are considered to be Eukaryotic?

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Eukaryotic cells include Animal and Plant cells, which have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What are "storage tanks" that can hold food, water, or waste for the cell?

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Vacuole - a membrane-bound organelle that stores substances.

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What type of cell has a nucleus?

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Eukaryotic - these cells have a defined nucleus containing their genetic material.

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What do we call organs that work together to perform a related function?

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Organ system - a group of organs that work together to carry out a specific task.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.