Cell Structure and Function

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What is the term for a solution with more solute and less water?

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Hypertonic

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What is the term for a solution with equal solute and equal water?

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Isotonic

Front

What organelle is found in plants and is used to store toxins and ions?

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Tonoplast

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What organelle makes lipids and is connected to the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

Front

What organelle is the site of protein synthesis and is found in all types of cells?

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Ribosome

Front

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.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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

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NGSS.HS-LS1-7

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls cellular activities.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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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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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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