Cell Organelles Flashcard

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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.

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What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls what enters and leaves the cell, maintaining homeostasis.

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What is the control center of the cell that houses DNA?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell and contains the cell's genetic material (DNA).

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Where are chloroplasts found and what is their function?

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Chloroplasts are found in the leaves of plants and are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis, translating genetic information into proteins.

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What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is involved in the production and processing of proteins and lipids.

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What do lysosomes do 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 Golgi apparatus?

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

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles and is the site of many cellular processes.