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Cells Vocab Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Lysosome | small round structures that break down large food moecules |
| Ribosomes | protein making sites |
| Nucleolus | called the "little nucleus"; where ribosomes are produced. |
| Nucleus | control center of cells |
| Endoplasmic reticulum | transportation system of the cell; made up of 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 | 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 |
| Golgi body | packages and releases materials onto the cell |