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Cell Parts
Parts of the Cell
Term | Definition |
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Nucleus | the control center of a cell |
Mitochondria | the “Powerhouses” of the cell |
Cytoplasm | the gel-like fluid holding the organelles |
Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) | the 1st part of the transportation system |
Golgi Complex | the 2nd part of the transportation system |
Ribosomes | the smallest organelle that make proteins |
Vacuoles | storage tanks that store water and food |
Lysosomes | break down large food molecules into smaller ones |
Cell Wall | surrounds the cell membrane in PLANT cells |
Chloroplasts | green organelles in PLANTS which capture sunlight |
Cell Membrane | the outer layer of the cell that protects it |