Questions and Answers
What is the function of the Cell Wall?
What analogy is used for the Cell Membrane?
the doors of the school
The Nucleus contains DNA and is considered the control center of the cell.
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What is the analogy for Mitochondria?
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Which function is performed by the Chloroplast?
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What analogy is used for the Vacuole?
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Match the following cell components with their analogies:
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What does the Golgi Apparatus do?
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What is the role of the Endoplasmic Reticulum?
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Cytoplasm is a clear jelly fluid that contains the organelles of the cell.
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What does the Nucleolus produce?
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Study Notes
Cell Structures and Their Analogies
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Cell Wall: Rigid structure surrounding the cell membrane in plants, providing support and allowing water passage. Compared to school building walls, offering support and protection.
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Cell Membrane: Outer boundary of the cell that regulates entry and exit of substances, protecting and supporting the cell. Analogous to school doors, controlling access to the premises.
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Nucleus: Control center of the cell, often referred to as the brain, containing DNA. Likened to the main office in a school, managing operations and crucial functions.
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Mitochondria: Known as the powerhouse of the cell, it converts food into chemical energy. Similar to teachers who impart knowledge, providing energy to the mind.
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Chloroplast: Responsible for photosynthesis and food production in plant cells, containing chlorophyll that gives plants their green color. Compared to the school cafeteria, which produces food for students.
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Vacuole: Storage organelle for food, water, minerals, and waste. Analogous to cabinets or closets in a school that store materials until needed.
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Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis found in the cytoplasm and on rough endoplasmic reticulum, produced in the nucleolus. Similar to lunch ladies who prepare food for consumption.
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Golgi Apparatus: Composed of flat, curved sacs that store and package proteins made by ribosomes for transport to other cell parts. Compared to delivery personnel who distribute packages.
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Endoplasmic Reticulum (Rough and Smooth):
- Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum: Studded with ribosomes, responsible for protein assembly.
- Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum: Lacks ribosomes, involved in lipid production and detoxification processes.
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Cytoplasm: Clear, jelly-like fluid within the cell, housing all organelles and facilitating material movement. Compares to school hallways, which accommodate staff, teachers, and students.
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Nucleolus: Located within the nucleus, it stores RNA and is responsible for ribosome production. Compared to a copy machine due to its role in producing essential components.
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