Multiple Choice
Which of the following organelles is located in a plant cell but not in an animal cell?
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5. Cell Components
Mitochondria & Chloroplasts
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Which of the following describes the primary function of the chloroplast?
A
To store genetic information
B
To synthesize proteins for the cell
C
To generate ATP through cellular respiration
D
To convert light energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis
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Understand that chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells and some algae, and they are crucial for the process of photosynthesis.
Recognize that photosynthesis is the process by which chloroplasts convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy stored in glucose, a type of sugar.
Identify the main components of chloroplasts involved in photosynthesis, such as thylakoids, which contain chlorophyll, the pigment that captures light energy.
Differentiate between the roles of chloroplasts and other organelles: chloroplasts are not involved in storing genetic information (a function of the nucleus) or synthesizing proteins (a function of ribosomes).
Conclude that the primary function of chloroplasts is to convert light energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis, which is essential for the energy needs of the plant and, indirectly, other organisms.
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