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ScienceCells6th
6th grade Cell Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| nucleus | controls all activity. the "brain" of the cell |
| chromosomes | store directions for all cellular activities |
| cytoplasm | gel-like substance between the nucleus and cell membrane |
| vacule | sack-like structures that store water |
| mitochondria | give energy to the cell. "power house" |
| cell membrane | gives the cell shape and controls what goes in and out of the cell |
| nuclear membrane | controls what goes in and out of the nucleus |
| cell wall | stiff layer that surrounds the cell membrane and gives it support |
| chloroplast | trap the energy of light and makes food |
| chlorophyll | absorbs light and gives many plants their green color |