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Cell organelles
cell organelles
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cell Membrane | Protective outer layer that controls what comes in and out of cells |
| Cell wall | Stiff outer layer that surrounds the cell membrane. protects and supports the cell |
| Nucleus | Control center of the cell. Contains DNA and gives instructions to the cell. |
| Cytoplasm | Gel like fluid found throughout the cell. Holds organelles in place |
| Mitochondria | The powerhouse of the cell. Turns sugar into usable energy. |
| Chloroplast | Converts sunlight to energy to provide energy to plant cells. |
| Lysosome | Digest waste and worn down cell parts in the cell. |
| Vacuole | Storage units in cells |
| Prokaryote | Unicellular organisms. Has no nucleus or membrane bound organelles |
| Eukaryote | Multicellular organisms. Has nucleus and membrane bound organelles. |