Cells FLASHCARD 14

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What is an organelle?

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An organelle is a small structure in a cell that performs a specific function.

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True or False: Every living organism is made up of one or more cells.

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True

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What part of the cell is responsible for controlling what enters and leaves the cell?

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Cell Membrane

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What is a cell?

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The basic unit of structure and function in living organisms.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus controls the cell's activities and contains its genetic material.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within a cell that holds organelles.

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What are ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are organelles that synthesize proteins.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane protects the cell and regulates the movement of substances in and out.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts, while animal cells do not.

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.