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parts of a cell
Question | Answer |
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Nucleus | Controls the cell. |
Nucleolus | - Makes ribosomes, maybe more than one in a cell, found in the nucleus. |
Chromosomes | - Determines what traits a living thing will have, passes information from parent to offspring. |
Cell Membrane | - Gives the cell shape, holds the cytoplasm, and controls what moves into and out of the cell. |
Cytoplasm | - Jellylike material (cytosol and organelles), most of the cell's chemical reactions take place there, and made up of mostly water and some chemicals. |
Vacuoles | - Liquid-filled, may store food, water, minerals, or wastes. |
Mitochondria | Produce energy when food is broken down, often called the "powerhouse of the cell". |
Ribosomes | - Where proteins are made, and often connected to the endoplasmic reticulum. |
Endoplasmic Reticulum | The "transportation system" in the cell, connects the nuclear membrane with the cell membrane. Used in detoxification of the cell. "ER" |
Cell Wall | Found only in plant cells. Forms a thick outer covering outside the cell membrane, gives the plant support and shape. |