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What is the main function of the plasma membrane?
To regulate the passage of materials into and out of the cell
What is the main component of the phospholipid bilayer in the cell membrane?
Lipids (fat)
What is the role of channel proteins in the cell membrane?
They allow materials to pass through the membrane easily without using energy
What is the main function of the nucleus in a cell?
To store genetic material and control the cell's activities
What does the abbreviation 'DNA' stand for?
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
What is the role of ribosomes in the cell?
To produce proteins
What is the function of ribosomes in the cell?
Make proteins
What is the main function of the Golgi apparatus?
Process, package, and modify macromolecules
Which organelle is known as the 'Powerhouse' of the cell?
Mitochondria
What is the primary function of smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER)?
Lipid synthesis and carbohydrate production
Where are ribosomes found in a cell when they are actively involved in protein synthesis?
Attached to the rough endoplasmic reticulum
What is the role of lysosomes in the cell?
Detoxification and breaking down cell waste
Test your knowledge on the structure and function of the plasma membrane. Learn about the phospholipid bilayer, channel proteins, and how materials pass through the membrane with ease or with energy.
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