Cell Structure and Function

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Which organelle makes ribosomes?

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Nucleolus

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A rigid layer that lies outside the cell's membrane is...

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Cell Wall

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This organelle turns the light energy into a simple sugar.

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Chlorophyll

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Where is the DNA found in a prokaryotic cell?

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Floating around in the cytoplasm.

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This organelle eliminates waste. If this explodes, the entire cell will die.

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Lysosome

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, producing energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus houses the cell's DNA and controls cellular activities.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.