Cell Structure

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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Mitochondrion - It powers the cell through chemical reactions.

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What tool do you use to view cells?

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Microscope - A device that magnifies small objects, allowing us to see cells.

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What type of cells are found in yeast?

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Yeast cells - They are unicellular fungi.

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What provides strength and support to plant cells?

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Cell Wall - A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane.

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True or False: Plant and animal cells have all the same organelles.

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False - They have different organelles; for example, plant cells have chloroplasts.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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Nucleus - It acts as the control center, housing the cell's DNA.

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What is the role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts - They conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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Cell Membrane - It controls what enters and exits the cell.

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What is a vacuole?

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Vacuole - A storage organelle that holds various substances, such as nutrients and waste.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.