What is the function of the chloroplast?
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Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy stored in glucose.
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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 energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration.
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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?
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The nucleus is the control center of the cell, containing the cell's genetic material (DNA) and regulating all cellular activities.
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What do ribosomes do?
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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis, translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into polypeptide chains.
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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
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The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is involved in the synthesis of proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER), as well as the transport of materials within the cell.
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What is the central vacuole and its function in plant cells?
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The central vacuole is a large organelle in plant cells that stores water, nutrients, and waste products, and helps maintain turgor pressure.
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What is the cell membrane?
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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
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