Cells

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What is a cell?

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The smallest unit that can be considered alive, which can perform all life processes.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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

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What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria, as they produce energy through cellular respiration.

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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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What is a vacuole?

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A storage organelle in cells that holds various substances, including water.

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Do animal cells have a cell wall?

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No, animal cells do not have a cell wall; they have a flexible cell membrane.

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What is the primary difference between plant and animal cells?

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

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the cell membrane?

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A protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance within the cell where organelles are suspended.