Cell Organelles and Functions

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What is the basic unit of an organism?

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Cell

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This organelle functions to package and deliver proteins.

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Golgi Apparatus

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Which part of the cell is mainly responsible for synthesizing lipids?

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Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

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When an organism has cells with a nucleus, they are called...?

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Eukaryotes

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What structure controls the movement of substances into and out of the nucleus?

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Nuclear envelope

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

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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 a nucleus and organelles.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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