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List 6
The Cell
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Smooth endoplasmic reticulum | produces lipids for the cell membrane and detoxifies the cell |
| Rough endoplasmic reticulum | site of protein synthesis (i.e. where proteins are made) |
| Mitochondria | takes in oxygen and food to produce cellular energy (i.e. ATP) |
| Nucleolus | dark center of nucleus, makes ribosomes |
| Nucleus | controls cell activities and stores genetic info |
| eukaryote | a cell with a nucleus and membrane bound organelles |
| Prokaryote | a cell with no nucleus and simple organelles |
| Virus | not a cell, made of nucleic acid and protein coat |
| Cell membrane | regulates what enters and leaves the cell |
| Cytoplasm | jelly like substance, holds organelles |
| Cell | basic unit of life |