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What is the main function of the cell membrane in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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To control what enters and leaves the cell

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True or False: Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus.

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True

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What is the function of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

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Contains the cell’s genetic material and controls the cell’s activities

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Fill in the blank: The ___________ is responsible for protein synthesis in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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Ribosome

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What is the function of the mitochondria in eukaryotic cells?

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Produces energy for the cell through cellular respiration

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Which type of cell has membrane-bound organelles: prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

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Eukaryotic

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True or False: Prokaryotic cells do not have mitochondria.

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True

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What is the function of the cell wall in prokaryotic cells?

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Provides structural support and protection for the cell

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Fill in the blank: The _________ is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

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Chloroplast

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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus in eukaryotic cells?

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Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for secretion

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True or False: Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.

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True

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What is the function of the flagella in prokaryotic cells?

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Aids in cell movement

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Fill in the blank: The _________ is the site of lipid synthesis in eukaryotic cells.

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Endoplasmic reticulum

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What is the function of the cytoskeleton in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Provides structural support and helps with cell movement

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True or False: Eukaryotic cells do not have a cell wall.

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True

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What is the function of the lysosome in eukaryotic cells?

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Contains digestive enzymes to break down waste materials

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Fill in the blank: The _________ is responsible for detoxifying harmful substances in eukaryotic cells.

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Peroxisome

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What is the function of the plasmid in prokaryotic cells?

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Carries extra genetic information and can provide additional functions

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True or False: Prokaryotic cells do not have a cytoskeleton.

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False

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What is the function of the peroxisome in eukaryotic cells?

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Detoxifies harmful substances and breaks down fatty acids

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Fill in the blank: The _________ is responsible for maintaining cell shape and structure in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

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Cytoskeleton

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What is the function of the vacuole in plant cells?

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Stores water, nutrients, and waste products

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True or False: Eukaryotic cells do not have a cell membrane.

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False

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

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Provides structural support and protection for the cell

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