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DSMS Organelles 1
The first 16 cell flashcards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| cell membrane | The outer edge of the cell. It controls what goes into the cell and what comes out. |
| nuclear membrane | The outer edge of the nucleus. It controls what goes into the nucleus and what comes out. |
| cytoplasm | The jelly-like fluid inside of the cell. |
| nucleus | The control center of the cell. It contains the DNA. |
| chromosomes | Coiled structure of DNA and protein in the nucleus. |
| mitochondria | The powerhouse of the cell. it provides energy for the cell's activities. |
| ribosome | Makes proteins using DNA. |
| endoplasmic reticulum | Houses the ribosomes and transports proteins. |
| Golgi complex | Package proteins for use or to be released from the cell. |
| lysosomes | Digest food particles, wastes, cell parts, and invaders. |
| vacuole | Stores water, nutrients, and wastes. |
| cell wall | Stiff covering of plant cells that provides support. |
| chloroplast | Make food from carbon dioxide and water by using chlorophyll to capture sunlight energy. |
| cytoskeleton | Internal framework of protein which play an essential role in cell movement, shape, and division. |
| vesicle | Small sac that contains proteins. |
| organelle | One of a cell's parts that are specialized to perform a specific function. |