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Parts of cells
Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cell membrane | Define: Outer boundary Function: Regulates what goes in a cell and out of a cell |
| Cell wall | Provides structure and support |
| Cytoplasm | Define: Liquid interior of cell |
| Nucleus | Compartment that houses the cell's DNA |
| Mitochondria | Harvests energy to make ATP |
| Ribosomes | Makes proteins |
| Rough endoplasmic reticulum (Rough ER) | Transports the proteins that are made by its attached ribosomes |
| Golgi apparatus | Packaging and distribution center for cell |
| Smooth endoplasmic reticulum (Smooth ER) | Making lipids and breaking down toxins (poisons) |
| Lysosome | Contains the cell's digestive enzymes |
| Flagella/ Cilia | Provides movement |
| Vacuole | Stores water |
| Chloroplast | Photosynthesis occurs here. Uses light energy to make carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water. |