Plant vs. Animal Cells

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What is the main 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 organelle is known as the 'powerhouse' of the cell?

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Mitochondria.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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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.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are located.

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What is a eukaryote?

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A eukaryote is a type of cell that has a defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplast.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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

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What is the role of the large central vacuole in plant cells?

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The large central vacuole stores water, nutrients, and waste products.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What are organ systems?

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Organ systems are groups of organs that work together to perform complex functions.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

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List the levels of organization in living organisms from simplest to most complex.

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Cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms.

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