Cells and Cell Processes

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What are the inside parts of the cells called?

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Organelles are the inside parts of the cells that perform specific functions.

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What is the main job of the cell membrane?

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The main job of the cell membrane is to let stuff in or out of the cell.

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What process do plant and algae cells use to make food?

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Photosynthesis is the process that plant and algae cells use to make food.

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Which organelle is only found in a plant cell?

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The chloroplast is an organelle that is only found in plant cells.

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Where are cell membranes found?

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Cell membranes are found in all plant and animal cells.

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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 its genetic material.

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

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The jelly-like substance inside a cell is called cytoplasm.

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What do mitochondria do in a cell?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of the cell; they produce energy.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll helps capture sunlight for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for making proteins in the cell.