Animal and Plant Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the cell wall?

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Tough and thick barrier made of cellulose that provides plants with structure and shape.

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Which organelle creates lipids (fats)?

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Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum.

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Which organelle helps the cell to divide and is only found in animal cells?

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Centrioles.

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Which organelle is responsible for converting energy from the sun into sugar?

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Chloroplasts.

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Which organelle makes all the cell's energy?

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Mitochondria.

Front

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 is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of the Golgi body?

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The Golgi body modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

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What is the role of lysosomes in a cell?

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Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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What is the function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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The vacuole stores nutrients, waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.