Cell Organelles

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What organelle is called the "powerhouse" of a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is found in both plant and animal cells but is much larger in plant cells?

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Vacuole is a storage organelle that is much larger in plant cells, storing water, nutrients, and waste.

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Identify the structure that contains the genetic material in a cell.

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The Nucleus is the organelle that contains DNA, the genetic material of the cell.

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What is the name of the genetic material that is inside the nucleus?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) is the genetic material found inside the nucleus.

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What organelle acts as the trash collector and recycler in a cell?

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Lysosomes are known as the trash collectors of the cell, breaking down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids; it comes in two forms: rough (with ribosomes) and smooth (without ribosomes).

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into chemical energy.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis, translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into proteins.

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What structure protects and gives shape to plant cells?

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The Cell Wall is a rigid outer layer that provides protection and structure to plant cells.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The Cell Membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell, maintaining homeostasis.