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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus stores the cell’s genetic material and coordinates activities like growth and reproduction.

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True or False: Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell.

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True

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What organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the control center of the cell.

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nucleus

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What is the primary function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

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Which organelle is involved in energy production?

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Mitochondria

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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Lysosomes digest waste materials and cellular debris.

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True or False: Chloroplasts are found in animal cells.

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False

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

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Chloroplasts

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a network of protein filaments that helps the cell maintain its shape.

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cytoskeleton

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery.

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Which organelle is involved in detoxifying harmful substances?

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Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

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True or False: Ribosomes can be found free-floating in the cytoplasm.

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True

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What is the function of vacuoles in plant cells?

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Vacuoles store nutrients and waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure.

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What is the primary function of the cell wall in plant cells?

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The cell wall provides structural support and protection.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for modifying and packaging proteins.

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Golgi apparatus

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Which organelle is the site of lipid synthesis?

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Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

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True or False: Animal cells have a rigid cell wall.

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False

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What is the role of peroxisomes?

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Peroxisomes break down fatty acids and detoxify harmful substances.

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What structure surrounds the cell and regulates what enters and exits?

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Cell membrane

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Fill in the blank: Mitochondria convert __________ energy into usable energy (ATP).

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chemical

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Which organelle is involved in the synthesis of ribosomal RNA?

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Nucleolus

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What is the primary function of cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.

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True or False: The rough endoplasmic reticulum is studded with ribosomes.
True
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What is the function of the plasma membrane?
The plasma membrane protects the cell and controls the movement of substances.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ contains enzymes that break down cellular waste.
lysosome
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Which organelle is primarily responsible for storage in cells?
Vacuole
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What is the function of centrioles?
Centrioles play a role in cell division by helping to organize the mitotic spindle.
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True or False: Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll.
True
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What is the primary function of the cytoskeleton?
The cytoskeleton provides structural support and aids in cell movement.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is where most cellular respiration occurs.
mitochondria
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Which organelle is responsible for the transport of materials within the cell?
Endoplasmic reticulum
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What is the function of the nucleolus?
The nucleolus produces ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and assembles ribosomes.
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True or False: The cell wall is primarily composed of cellulose in plant cells.
True
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What is the main function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
The rough endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis and packaging of proteins.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ helps in synthesizing lipids and detoxifying drugs.
smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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Which organelle is responsible for maintaining osmotic balance in plant cells?
Vacuole
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What is the function of the cytoplasm?
Cytoplasm holds organelles in place and is the site for many metabolic reactions.
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True or False: Animal cells contain chloroplasts.
False
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What is the role of the plasma membrane?
The plasma membrane protects the cell and regulates the movement of substances.
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Fill in the blank: __________ are the sites of protein synthesis in the cell.
Ribosomes
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What is the function of lysosomes?
Lysosomes digest macromolecules and recycle cellular components.
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True or False: The Golgi apparatus is involved in modifying proteins before they are sent to their destination.
True
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What is the primary role of chloroplasts?
Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a double membrane structure that contains the cell's DNA.
nucleus
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Which organelle acts as the digestive system of the cell?
Lysosomes
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What is the function of the cell wall?
The cell wall provides structural support and protection to plant cells.
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True or False: The smooth endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes on its surface.
False
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What is the function of ribosomes?
Ribosomes synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is involved in packaging and transporting proteins.
Golgi apparatus
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Which organelle is responsible for detoxifying poisons in the cell?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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What is the primary function of the vacuole in plant cells?
To store substances and maintain turgor pressure.
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True or False: Centrioles are found in plant cells.
False
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What is the major function of the cytoskeleton?
The cytoskeleton provides structural support and aids in cell movement.
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Fill in the blank: __________ are responsible for energy production in cells.
Mitochondria
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Which organelle is involved in the synthesis of lipids?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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What is the function of the nucleolus?
The nucleolus produces ribosomal RNA and assembles ribosomes.
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True or False: Vacuoles are larger in plant cells than in animal cells.
True
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What is the primary function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
To synthesize and process proteins.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ synthesizes ribosomes.
nucleolus
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Which organelle is responsible for maintaining the shape of the cell?
Cytoskeleton
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What is the function of chloroplasts?
Chloroplasts convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis.
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True or False: Ribosomes can be found both free in the cytoplasm and attached to the endoplasmic reticulum.
True
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What is the function of the cell membrane?
The cell membrane regulates what enters and exits the cell.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is involved in cellular respiration.
mitochondria
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Which organelle is involved in the modification and sorting of proteins?
Golgi apparatus
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What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
The smooth endoplasmic reticulum is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification.
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True or False: The nucleus is surrounded by a double membrane.
True
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What is the primary function of lysosomes?
To digest and break down waste materials and cellular debris.
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Fill in the blank: __________ are the sites of photosynthesis in plant cells.
Chloroplasts
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Which organelle contains enzymes for breaking down macromolecules?
Lysosomes
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What is the function of the cytoplasm?
The cytoplasm is the site of metabolic processes and contains organelles.
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True or False: Animal cells have a cell wall.
False
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What is the role of the nucleolus?
To produce ribosomal RNA and assemble ribosomes.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ provides energy for the cell.
mitochondria
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Which organelle is involved in protein synthesis?
Ribosomes
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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids.
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True or False: The cell membrane is selectively permeable.
True
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What is the primary function of chloroplasts?
Photosynthesis
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Fill in the blank: The __________ helps in the synthesis of proteins.
rough endoplasmic reticulum
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Which organelle is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances?
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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What is the function of vacuoles in animal cells?
Vacuoles are smaller and involved in storage and transport.
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True or False: Mitochondria are only found in plant cells.
False
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What is the function of the cytoskeleton?
The cytoskeleton provides structural support and aids in cell movement.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the site of cellular respiration.
mitochondria
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Which organelle is responsible for the synthesis of proteins?
Ribosomes
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What is the role of the lysosome?
To break down waste materials and cellular debris.
89
True or False: Smooth endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes on its surface.
False
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What is the primary function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
To synthesize and fold proteins.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a double membrane structure that contains the cell's genetic material.
nucleus
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Which organelle contains the cell's genetic material?
Nucleus
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What is the main function of chloroplasts?
To conduct photosynthesis.
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True or False: The Golgi apparatus is responsible for protein synthesis.
False
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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
The endoplasmic reticulum synthesizes proteins and lipids.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ aids in the movement of chromosomes during cell division.
centrioles

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