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Parts of a Cell
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cell Membrane | A covering that holds the cell together and separates it from its surroundings. |
| Vacuoles | Organelles that store food, water, or wastes. |
| Cytoplasm | A jellylike substance that contains many chemicals to keep the cell functioning. |
| Mitochondria | Organelles that release energy from food. |
| Nucleus | The organelle that determines all of an animal cell’s activities and the production of new cells. |
| Chromosomes | Threadlike structures that contain information about the characteristics of the animal. |
| Cell Wall | A rigid layer that supports and protects the plant cells. |
| Chloroplasts | Organelles that make food for the plant cell. |