Cell Organelles working together

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What are organelles?

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Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions, similar to organs in a body.

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the 'powerhouses' of the cell; they convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are organelles that conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles and is the site for many cellular processes.

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How do glucose molecules enter a cell?

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Glucose molecules enter a cell through the cell membrane via transport proteins.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are simpler, without a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells are more complex, with a nucleus and various organelles.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis in the cell, where amino acids are assembled into proteins.