Cell Structure and Function Concepts

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria convert sugars into energy for the cell.

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What is a prokaryote?

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A prokaryote is a cell that has no nucleus.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes remove waste from the cell using digestive enzymes.

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Which type of cell has the most medical potential for making tissues and organs?

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Embryonic Stem Cells have the most medical potential.

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Why are muscle cells different from nerve cells?

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Muscle and nerve cells have the same DNA but different genes are turned on.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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

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What are ribosomes responsible for?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell and regulates what enters and exits.

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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 are stem cells?

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Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can develop into different cell types.