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cell organelles
Mrs.Kevern third academic science
Term | Definition |
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Lysosome | small structures that break down large food molecules |
Ribosomes | protein making sites |
nucleolus | called the "little nucleus" where Ribosomes are produced |
nucleus | control center of the cell |
Endoplasmic reticulum | transportation system of the cell; made up of tube-like passages |
chloroplast | contain chlorophyll; necessary for photosynthesis and found only in plants |
nuclear membrane | protects the nucleus and allows material to pass in and out |
Mitochondria | provides energy for the cell |
cell wall | supports and protects the cell; found only in plant cells |
Chromosome | responsible for passing traits of a cell to a new cell |
cell membrane | controls movement of liquid in and out of the cell |
Vacuole | large, round water-filled sacs in the cytoplasm; used for storage |