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Organelle Review
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Prokaryote | Simple cells that lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. |
| Eukaryote | Complex cell with membrane-bound organelles and a nucleus. |
| Cytoplasm | Jelly-like substance that makes up a cell. Found in every cell. |
| Ribosomes | Structure used to perform protein synthesis. Found in every cell. |
| DNA | Molecule that stores genetic information. Found in every cell. |
| Cell Membrane | Semi-permeable material that regulates what enters and exits the cell. Found in every cell |
| Cell Wall | Rigid structure that provides support and protection to the cell. Found in plant cells and some prokaryotes. |
| Chloroplast | Organelle responsible for photosynthesis. Contains chlorophyll. Found only in plant cells. |
| Vacuole | Stores water, food, and waste. Found in eukaryotes. |
| Mitochondria | Performs cellular respiration to produce energy. Found in eukaryotes. |
| Golgi Body | Prepares items to be exported from the cell. Found in eukaryotes. |
| Endoplasmic Reticulum | Assembles the cell membrane and exports proteins and other molecules. Found in eukaryotes. |
| Lysosome | Performs intracellular digestion. Found in eukaryotes. |
| Centriole | Important for cell division. Found in animal cells. |
| Nucleus | Central unit of the cell. Controls the rest of the cell and stores DNA. Found in eukaryotes. |
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