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Organelles
What are Organelles and What they do
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Nucleus | Directs all of the cell's activities. The boss of the cell. |
| Cell Membrane | Protects the cell and allows water and food in and out of the cell. |
| Endoplasmic Reticulum | Like a freeway... carries material around the cell |
| Cell Wall | Protects the plant Cells and gives them strength |
| Ribosomes | Factories that produce protein |
| Cytoplasm | Holds the organelles |
| Golgi Body | Takes material from the E.R , packages it and sends it out to the cell |
| Lyrosomes | Breaks down food and worn's out cells |
| Chloroplasts | Captures energy from the sun and makes food |
| Vaacuole | Stores water and some other materials |
| Mitochondria | The cell's energy is produced here |