Cell Organelles and Heredity

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane allows the cell to obtain items from outside the cell and regulates what enters and exits the cell.

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Where are chromosomes located in a cell?

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Chromosomes are found in the nucleus of the cell.

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What is an inherited trait?

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An inherited trait is a characteristic that is passed down from parents to offspring, such as dimples.

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Why is DNA important for living organisms?

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DNA serves as the blueprint for traits of all living things, determining their characteristics.

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What organelle converts sunlight into food?

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The chloroplast takes sunlight and turns it into food through the process of photosynthesis.

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What is the role of the vacuole in a cell?

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The vacuole stores nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus houses the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls the cell's activities.

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What is the purpose of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating energy through cellular respiration.

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What is the difference between a plant cell and an animal cell?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is heredity?

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Heredity is the passing of traits from parents to offspring through genes.