Plant Cells

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles are storage spaces for water, wastes, food, and other cellular materials.

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Which two cell parts are unique to plant cells?

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Chloroplasts and cell walls are unique to plant cells.

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What is the role of the cell wall in a plant cell?

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The cell wall surrounds the plant cell and maintains its shape and structure.

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What does the chloroplast do in a plant cell?

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Chloroplasts make food for the plant cell through photosynthesis.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective layer that surrounds the cell and controls what enters and exits.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell that contains genetic material.

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What is cytoplasm?

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

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the cell structures that make proteins.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have cell walls 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.