Animal vs. Plant Cells

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What is the main storage structure in animal cells?

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Vacuole - Animal cells have many small vacuoles, while plant cells have one large vacuole.

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What provides extra support and shape to plant cells?

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Cell wall - The cell wall is a rigid structure that surrounds the plant cell membrane.

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What acts as a gatekeeper for the cell?

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Cell membrane - The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What directs all cell activities and contains DNA?

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Nucleus - The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing the genetic material.

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What is made up of chromosomes and determines genetic traits?

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DNA - DNA carries the genetic instructions for the development and function of living things.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes - Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the role of mitochondria in cells?

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Mitochondria - Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating energy through respiration.

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What is chloroplast and its function?

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Chloroplast - Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm - Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.