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What organelles contain their own genetic material?
What organelles contain their own genetic material?
Mitochondria and plastids
What happens if the organisation of a cell is destroyed due to physical or chemical influence?
What happens if the organisation of a cell is destroyed due to physical or chemical influence?
The cell will not be able to function properly and may die.
Why are lysosomes known as 'suicide bags'?
Why are lysosomes known as 'suicide bags'?
Lysosomes are known as 'suicide bags' because if damaged, they may burst and their enzymes can digest the cell itself.
What is the function of plastids in plant cells?
What is the function of plastids in plant cells?
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How do plastids compare to mitochondria in terms of structure?
How do plastids compare to mitochondria in terms of structure?
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What is the role of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) in liver cells?
What is the role of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) in liver cells?
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Who first described the Golgi apparatus?
Who first described the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?
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What can be made from simple sugars in the Golgi apparatus?
What can be made from simple sugars in the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the main function of lysosomes in a cell?
What is the main function of lysosomes in a cell?
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How do lysosomes help keep the cell clean?
How do lysosomes help keep the cell clean?
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What type of enzymes do lysosomes contain?
What type of enzymes do lysosomes contain?
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What happens to foreign materials entering the cell?
What happens to foreign materials entering the cell?
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How are Golgi apparatus membranes connected to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) membranes?
How are Golgi apparatus membranes connected to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) membranes?
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What are the three main functions of the Golgi apparatus?
What are the three main functions of the Golgi apparatus?
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