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Organelles
Term | Definition |
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Lysosomes | Small round structures that break down large food molecules |
Ribosomes | Protein making sites |
Nucleus | Control center of the cell |
Nucleolus | Called the "little nucleus" where ribosomes are produced |
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 plants |
Chromosome | Responsible for passing traits of a cell to a new cell |
Cell Membrane | Controls movement of liquid in and out of the cell |
Cytoplasm | Clear,thick jelly-like substance |
Vacuole | Large,round,water-filled sacs for storage |
Golgi Body | Packages and releases materials into the cell |