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What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
Which cell part allows useful substances to enter while blocking harmful substances?
Which cell part allows useful substances to enter while blocking harmful substances?
What is the primary role of mitochondria in a cell?
What is the primary role of mitochondria in a cell?
What structure provides support and protection specifically for plant cells?
What structure provides support and protection specifically for plant cells?
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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
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What are ribosomes primarily responsible for in a cell?
What are ribosomes primarily responsible for in a cell?
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What is the function of vacuoles in animal cells compared to plant cells?
What is the function of vacuoles in animal cells compared to plant cells?
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What is the primary function of cytoplasm within a cell?
What is the primary function of cytoplasm within a cell?
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What primary process do mitochondria facilitate in the cell?
What primary process do mitochondria facilitate in the cell?
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Which organelle is responsible for maintaining homeostasis by regulating what enters and exits the cell?
Which organelle is responsible for maintaining homeostasis by regulating what enters and exits the cell?
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What is the primary role of chloroplasts in plant cells?
What is the primary role of chloroplasts in plant cells?
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How does the cell wall contribute to a plant's growth?
How does the cell wall contribute to a plant's growth?
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What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
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Which process is associated with mitochondria's function in the cell?
Which process is associated with mitochondria's function in the cell?
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What role does the cell membrane play in maintaining cellular balance?
What role does the cell membrane play in maintaining cellular balance?
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What indirect role does the cell wall play in the process of photosynthesis?
What indirect role does the cell wall play in the process of photosynthesis?
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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
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What is a primary function of the cell membrane?
What is a primary function of the cell membrane?
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Which of the following organelles is found in both animal and plant cells?
Which of the following organelles is found in both animal and plant cells?
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What distinguishes chloroplasts from mitochondria?
What distinguishes chloroplasts from mitochondria?
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How should the model of a plant cell be evaluated for effectiveness?
How should the model of a plant cell be evaluated for effectiveness?
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What type of study aid can help reinforce knowledge about cell organelles?
What type of study aid can help reinforce knowledge about cell organelles?
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When examining the egg demonstration, what concept is primarily being explored?
When examining the egg demonstration, what concept is primarily being explored?
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Which organelle is involved in energy production within a cell?
Which organelle is involved in energy production within a cell?
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Study Notes
Cell Parts and Functions
- All living things are made up of cells.
- The nucleus is the control center of the cell and contains DNA.
- The cell membrane is a thin wall surrounding the cell that allows useful substances to enter and forces out waste products.
- The cell wall provides support, structure, and protection for plant cells.
- Mitochondria are in both plant and animal cells and are known as the "powerhouse" of the cell because they convert food into usable energy.
- Ribosomes are found in both animal and plant cells and create proteins needed for the cell to function.
- Vacuoles are storage bubbles found in both animal and plant cells but are much larger in plant cells. They store water, nutrients, chemicals, and waste.
- Chloroplasts are found only in plant cells and convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into food for the plant through photosynthesis.
- Cytoplasm holds the parts of the cell in place and protects them from damage.
Differences between Animal and Plant Cells
- Plant cells have a cell wall, chloroplasts and larger vacuoles while animal cells do not.
- Both animal and plant cells have a cell membrane, nucleus, mitochondria, and ribosomes.
Cell Membrane
- The cell membrane allows some substances to enter the cell while blocking others, ensuring balance for the cell.
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Test your knowledge about the different parts of the cell and their respective functions. From the powerhouse mitochondria to the protective cell wall, this quiz covers essential cell biology concepts. Perfect for students learning about the building blocks of life.
