Cells Living Environment review

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What is the role of the cell membrane in a cell?

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The cell membrane regulates the entry and exit of substances, playing a direct role in the release of chemicals from the cell.

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What is the primary storage structure in single-celled organisms?

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Vacuoles are the primary storage structures in single-celled organisms.

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What term best represents a group of similar cells working together?

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Tissue is the term that represents a group of similar cells working together.

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What does the nucleus store?

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The nucleus stores hereditary information in the form of DNA.

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How do single-celled organisms maintain homeostasis?

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Single-celled organisms maintain homeostasis because their cell structures work together to carry out necessary life processes.

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What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

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What is the significance of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into chemical energy.

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Define organelle.

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An organelle is a specialized subunit within a cell that has a specific function.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.