SOL Cells

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What is the function of the cell wall in plants?

Back

The cell wall provides support and protection to the plant cell, maintaining its shape.

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What organelle is responsible for cellular respiration?

Back

Mitochondria are responsible for breaking down food into energy that the cell can use.

Front

Define 'hydrophobic'.

Back

Hydrophobic means water fearing; it does not associate with water.

Front

What is the main component of the plasma membrane?

Back

Lipids are the main component of the plasma membrane.

Front

What did Robert Hooke first examine under a microscope?

Back

Robert Hooke first examined cork under a microscope.

Front

What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What are the four main types of biological macromolecules?

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The four main types are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

Front

What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration.