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Biology Chapter 4.4
Biology Chapter 4.4 Terms and Definitions
Term | Definition |
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cell wall | a rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane and provides support to the cell |
central vacuole | in some protists and in most plant cells, a large fluid filled organelle that stores water, enzymes, metabolic wastes, and other materials. |
plastid | an organelle of plant cells that contains specific substances and performs specific functions for the cell; examples include chloroplasts and chromatists |
chloroplast | an organelle found in plant and algae cells where photosynthesis occurs |
thylakoid | a membrane system found within chloroplasts that contains the components for photosynthesis |
chlorophyll | a green pigment that is present in most plant cells, that gives plants their characteristic green color, and that reacts with sunlight. carbon dioxide, and water to form carbohydrates |