Focused Finish: Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the lysosome?

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The lysosome is an organelle that eliminates waste by breaking down cellular debris and waste materials.

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What type of cells have membrane-bound organelles?

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Only eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.

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What does the vacuole do in a cell?

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The vacuole is a sac that stores water, nutrients, and waste products.

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What are the two kinds of cells?

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The two kinds of cells are Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes.

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How do prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells differ?

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Eukaryotes have a nucleus, while prokaryotes do not.

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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The mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus stores the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls cellular activities.

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

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What is the difference between rough and smooth ER?

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Rough ER has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while smooth ER lacks ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis in the cell.