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cells
organelles
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| nucleus | Organelle that controls cell activities. Contains DNA |
| cytoplasm | Gel like material where organelles are located |
| ribosome | site of protein synthesis |
| cell membrane | Separates inside of cell from outside environment. Selectively permeable. Allows some substances to diffuse in and others diffuse out. |
| cell wall | Only in plant cells. Made of cellulose. Supplies support and rigidity. |
| chloroplast | ONLY in plants. Site of photosynthesis. |
| mitochondria | Site of cellular respiration. ATP produced for energy. |
| nucleolus | Found inside the nucleus. Place where ribosomes are produced. |
| Vacuole | Stores food water and waste. |