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Organelles
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Nucleus | The cell that controls activities of other cells. |
| Chromosome | stringlike structure in a cell nucleus that carries information controlling all cells activities. |
| Cell Membrane | A thin outer covering that holds a cell together. |
| Cytoplasm | A clear jellylike material that fills the space between the cell membrane and the nucleus. |
| Mitochondria | Organelles where food and oxygen react to release energy. |
| Vacuole | Saclike organelle used for storing materials. |
| Endoplasmic Reticulum | Organelles that transports materials inside the cell. |
| Ribosome | Organelles that put together protiens for the cell. |
| cell wall | non-living, material that acts like an outside skeleton for each plant cell. |
| chloroplast | organelle that makes sugars while using carbon dioxide, water, and the energy from sunlight |