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Cells Vocab.
Cells 101
Term | Definition |
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Lysosme | Small round structures that break down large molecules |
Ribosomes | Protein making sites |
Cell Wall | Supports and protects the cell;found only in plant cells |
Mitochondria | Provides energy for the cell |
Nucleolus | Called the "little nucleus";where ribosomes are produced |
Nucles | Control center of the cell |
Cell membrane | Controls movement of the liquid in and out of the cell |
Chromosome | Responsible for passing traits of the cells |
Endoplasmic reticulum | Transportation system of the cell; made up of the tube-like passages |
Cytoplasm | Clear thick, jelly-like substance |
Choloroplast | Contain chlorophyll; necessary for the photosynthesis and found only in plants |
Vacuole | Large;round;water-filled sacs in the cytoplasm; for storage |
Nuclear membrane | Protects the nucleus and allows material to pass in and out |
Golgi Body | packages and releases materials into the cell |