Cell Biology Review

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What are two features that plant cells have that animal cells do not?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, which are not found in animal cells.

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What cell feature is responsible for storing water?

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The vacuole is responsible for storing water in plant cells.

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Where in the cell is chromatin (DNA) found?

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Chromatin (DNA) is found in the nucleus of the cell.

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Which cell feature is responsible for making proteins?

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Ribosomes are responsible for making proteins in the cell.

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Which cell feature packages and moves things around the cell?

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Golgi bodies package and move materials around the cell.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell, providing protection and structure.

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What is the role of mitochondria in the cell?

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

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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

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What is the purpose of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.