Parts of a Cell (Among Us)

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What is a cell?

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The basic unit of life that makes up all living organisms.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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It controls what goes in and out of the cell.

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What do chloroplasts do?

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They help plant cells make their food through photosynthesis.

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What is the nucleus?

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The control center of the cell that contains DNA.

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What is DNA?

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The molecule that carries genetic information.

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What is the role of mitochondria?

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They are the powerhouses of the cell, providing energy.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are found.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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They help make proteins for the cell.

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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 a vacuole?

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A storage organelle in the cell that holds various substances.