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Cells
organelles and functions
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| nucleus | in control of the cell |
| endoplasmic reticulum | transportation system of materials in the cell |
| golgi apparatus | inspects and packages the proteins |
| ribosomes | creates the proteins |
| mitochondria | provides the energy for the cell |
| lysosomes | aid in getting rid of the waste in the cell |
| cell membrane | allows materials in and out of the cell |
| cell wall | provides structure and support in plant cells |
| chloroplasts | aid in food making in plant cells |
| vacuole | store food and water |
| cytoplasm | gel like substance that contains the organelles of the cell |
| cell | the most basic unit of life |
| unicellular organism | one celled organism |
| multicellular organism | more than one celled organism |