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Cell Organelles
cells, life science, organelles
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mitochondria | the powerhouse of the cell, it converts food into energy. |
| Cell Wall | the outside layer of a plant cell that provides support and protection |
| Cell Membrane | all animal cells have this outside lining that allows materials in and out of the cell |
| Nucleus | the control center of the cell, it directs all of the cell's activities |
| Cytoplasm | the gel-like substance in the cell that all the organelles float in |
| Endoplasmic Reticulum | a maze of passagways that carry ribosomes to other parts of the cell |
| Ribosomes | these little organelles produce proteins |
| Lysosomes | they remove waste and break down food |
| Golgi Body | it receives proteins and other materials and passes them onto other parts of the cell |
| Chloroplast | they capture the sun's energy and make food for plants |
| Vacuole | the storage area of the cell, it is larger in plant cells |