Cell Theory and Cell Organelle Practice

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All cells -----

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come from other living cells.

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An organelle that captures energy from the sunlight in order to use it to produce food in plant cells is ______________.

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Chloroplast.

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Cytoplasm

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suspends the organelles and provides an environment for chemical reactions within the cell.

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Central Vacuole

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stores water in order to maintain plant shape (if a plant needs water, it wilts).

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The _____________ holds the DNA, and controls the functions of eukaryotic cells.

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Nucleus.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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It is the site of cellular respiration, producing energy for the cell.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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It maintains homeostasis by controlling what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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They make proteins.

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What is the function of the chloroplast?

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It is the site of photosynthesis; uses the sun's energy to produce food.