Cell Structure and Function

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What is the Golgi body?

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The Golgi body is an organelle in cells that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and leaves the cell, providing protection and support.

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What are lysosomes?

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Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes to break down large food and waste particles into smaller ones.

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What is the basic unit of structure and function in living things?

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Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in living things.

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What is diffusion?

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Diffusion is the process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the organelle that contains the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls its activities.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, as they produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of ribosomes?

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

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What is osmosis?

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Osmosis is the movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration.

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What is the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is an organelle that helps in the synthesis of proteins and lipids; it comes in two forms: rough (with ribosomes) and smooth (without ribosomes).