Cell Organelles, Functions, and Cell Theory

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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To produce energy for the cell.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplast.

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What is the function of the chloroplast?

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To produce food in a plant cell through photosynthesis.

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What organelle acts as a 'skeleton' for the cell?

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Cell Wall.

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What is the function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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To store water, food, and other minerals.

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What is the main function of the nucleus?

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To control the cell's activities and store genetic information.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and control what enters and exits.

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What type of cell has a large central vacuole?

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Plant Cell.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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To produce proteins for the cell.

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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; animal cells do not.