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| Question | Answer |
| Chromosomes | Threadlike structures found in the nucleus. Made of DNA which contains the genetic information of the cell. |
| Cytoplasm | Jelly-like substance where chemical reactions take place. |
| Nucleus | Control centre of the cell. Contains the cell's genetic information arranged in chromosomes. |
| Nuclear membrane | Surrounds the nucleus. |
| Mitochondria | Site of cell respiration, very abundant in cells that need lots of energy, like muscle cells. |
| Cell membrane | Selectively permeable membrane which controls what enters and leaves the cell. |
| Cellulose cell wall | Stiff structure around the outside of cell that provides support. |
| Vacuole | Contains cell sap. When full, pushes cell membrane against cell wall, making cell rigid and providing more support. |
| Chloroplast | Contains chlorophyll, which traps light and helps the plant make food during photosynthesis. |
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