Cell: Structure and Function

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An organism made of only one cell is called . . .

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Unicellular

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This organelle controls what goes in and out of plant and animal cells.

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Cell Membrane

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A _____ organism is made of many cells, each specialized to do certain jobs.

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Multicellular

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What is the function 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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These organelles convert the energy in food molecules to a form the cell can use.

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Mitochondria

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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

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Cytoplasm

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What is the outer layer of a plant cell that provides structure and support?

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Cell Wall

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What type of cells lack a nucleus?

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Prokaryotic cells.