Practice What Is A Cell Made Up Of? (5.2) - The Fundamental Unit of Life

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Question 1.
What do you call the outer covering of the cell?
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Think about what protects the cell.
Question 2.
What is the main function of the nucleus?
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It’s often called the cell's 'control center.'
3Question 3.
What is the main function of the plasma membrane?
- To control cell division
- To provide energy
- To selectively allow materials in and out
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It acts like a gatekeeper.
4Question 4.
True or False: The nucleus is involved in the production of energy.
- True
- False
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Think about energy producers, like mitochondria.
Question 5.
If a cell's plasma membrane loses its selective permeability, describe the possible impacts on the cell, and suggest a potential solution.
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Think about what happens when a door is left open.
Question 6.
Compare the functions of mitochondria and chloroplasts in the context of energy transformation. Why are they vital for their respective cells?
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Consider how different organisms access energy.

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