Anatomy of a Cell

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts manufacture food through the process of photosynthesis.

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What is the role of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria break down sugar molecules to release energy, often referred to as the 'powerhouse of the cell'.

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What part of the cell is known as 'the brain of the cell'?

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The nucleus is often called 'the brain of the cell' because it directs cell activities and contains genetic material.

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What is the function of the cell wall in plant cells?

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The cell wall provides support and protection to the cell, located outside the cell membrane.

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What organelle is responsible for trapping sunlight energy?

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Chloroplasts trap sunlight energy to produce food through photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between chloroplasts and mitochondria?

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Chloroplasts are involved in food production (photosynthesis), while mitochondria are involved in energy production (cellular respiration).

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles and is the site for many cellular processes.

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What are ribosomes responsible for?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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The nucleus controls cell activities and stores the cell's genetic information.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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