col1,col2 What is a cell?,A cell is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms. What are the three main parts of a cell?,"The three main parts of a cell are the cell membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus." What is the function of the cell membrane?,The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell. What is the function of the cytoplasm?,The cytoplasm is where most of the cell's metabolic activities occur. What is the function of the nucleus?,The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls cell activities. What are organelles?,Organelles are specialized structures within a cell that perform specific functions. What is the function of the mitochondria?,"The mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, producing energy through cellular respiration." What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?,The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in protein synthesis and lipid metabolism. What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?,"The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for transport." What is the function of lysosomes?,Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris. What is the function of the ribosomes?,Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis. What is the function of the cytoskeleton?,The cytoskeleton provides structural support and helps with cell movement. What is the function of the centrioles?,Centrioles are involved in cell division and the formation of cilia and flagella. What is the function of the vacuoles?,"Vacuoles store water, nutrients, and waste materials." What is the function of the chloroplasts?,Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells. What is the function of the cell wall?,The cell wall provides support and protection for plant cells. What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?,"Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both." What is the difference between animal and plant cells?,"Plant cells have a cell wall, chloroplasts, and larger vacuoles, while animal cells do not." What is the process of cell division called?,The process of cell division is called mitosis. What is the purpose of cell division?,"Cell division is necessary for growth, repair, and reproduction."