Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the vacuole in a cell?

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The vacuole stores food, water, and waste products in a cell.

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What is the outermost layer of an animal cell called?

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The outermost layer of an animal cell is called the cell membrane.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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The chloroplast is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls the cell's activities and contains its genetic material.

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What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they convert food into energy.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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

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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 the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is a network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.