Cells and Their Functions

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What is the basic unit of life?
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The cell is the basic unit of life.
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What is the function of the cell membrane?
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The cell membrane controls what enters and leaves the cell.
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Name the part of the cell responsible for producing energy.
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The mitochondria produce energy for the cell.
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What is the role of the nucleus?
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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.
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What is the liquid inside the cell called?
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The liquid inside the cell is called cytoplasm.
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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.
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What is the function of ribosomes?
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Ribosomes make proteins for the cell.
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What is the main 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 do lysosomes do?
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Lysosomes break down waste materials and cellular debris.
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Name the structure that helps maintain cell shape.
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The cytoskeleton helps maintain the cell's shape.
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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
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The endoplasmic reticulum assists in the production and transport of proteins and lipids.
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Describe the role of the Golgi apparatus.
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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for storage or transport out of the cell.
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What is a vacuole?
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A vacuole is a storage sac within cells, larger in plant cells.
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Why are cells often called 'building blocks of life'?
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Because they are the smallest functional units that make up all living organisms.
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How do cells communicate with each other?
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Cells communicate through chemical signals and receptors.
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