Plant and Animal Cells

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?

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Cytoplasm.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What part of the plant cell is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the control center of the cell?

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Nucleus.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is the outer layer of a plant cell called?

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Cell wall.

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What type of organism is made up of only one cell?

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Single-celled organism.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

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What is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight?

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Photosynthesis.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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What is the 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 role of the nucleus in a cell?

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

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What is a common example of a single-celled organism?

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Bacteria.

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