Cells and Cell theory

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus is responsible for packaging and shipping proteins and lipids within the cell.

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What is the powerhouse of the cell?

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The mitochondrion is known as the powerhouse of the cell because it produces energy through cellular respiration.

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What does it mean that all cells come from pre-existing cells?

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This means that new cells are formed from the division of existing cells, not from spontaneous generation.

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Where does cellular respiration take place in a cell?

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Cellular respiration takes place in the mitochondrion.

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What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus acts as the brain of the cell, controlling its activities and housing the cell's genetic material.

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What is a cell?

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A cell is the basic unit of life, the smallest structure that can perform all life processes.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

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What is the role of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are the structures in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What is the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane is a protective barrier that surrounds the cell, controlling what enters and exits.

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What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles and is the site of many cellular processes.