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Cells!
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| LYSOsome | small round 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. |
| Endplasmic Retrculum | TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM of the cell; made up of the 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 |
| cytoPLASM | clear, thick, JELLY-like substance. |
| VACUole | large, round, water-filled sacs in the cytoplasm; for STORAGE. |