Cell Structure and Function

Front

What is the jelly-like substance located between the cell membrane and the nucleus?

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Cytoplasm

Front

What organelle is known as the energy factory of the cell?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What structure in plant cells provides support and gives the cell its box shape?

Back

Cell wall

Front

How can a ribosome be best described?

Back

A protein factory

Front

What small structures break down materials in the cell?

Back

Lysosomes

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

Back

Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

The nucleus acts as the control center of the cell, housing DNA and regulating gene expression.

Front

What are vacuoles and their function in plant cells?

Back

Vacuoles are storage sacs that hold various substances, including nutrients and waste products.

Front

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.