Cell Theory Organelles Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the smallest unit of life that can carry out all life functions?

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The cell.

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What are the three parts of the Cell Theory?

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1. All living things are composed of cells. 2. Cells are the basic units of structure and function in living things. 3. All cells are produced from other cells.

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What type of cell has a rigid shape and is found in plants?

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Plant cell.

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What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria produce energy (ATP).

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What structure provides plant cells with their rigid shape and protection?

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Cell wall.

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

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Cytoplasm.

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What organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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