Plant and Animal Cells

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What directs all the activities of the cell?

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The nucleus directs all the activities of the cell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What controls the flow of materials into and out of the cell?

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The cell membrane controls the flow of materials into and out of the cell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is a stiff structure that separates the plant cell from the environment and gives it support?

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The cell wall is a stiff structure that separates the plant cell from the environment and gives it support.

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Why do plant cells look square?

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Plant cells look square because they are surrounded by a cell wall.

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Which part of a plant cell captures sunlight to make food?

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Chloroplasts capture sunlight to make food through photosynthesis.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

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The jelly-like substance inside a cell is called cytoplasm.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell; they produce energy.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the role of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients and waste products in plant cells.

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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 photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to make food.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6