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Organelles
Cell Organelles
Question | Answer |
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Organelle | A specialized cell part that carries out specific functions to ensure a cell's survival. |
Cell (Plasma) Membrane | A thin covering that separates the inside of a cell from its external environment. |
Cell Wall | (Plant Cell Only) A tough outer structure. |
Cytoplasm | A jelly like substance that contains the organelles |
Mitochondria | Organelles that are specialized to provide energy for cells by changing glucose into usable energy. |
Chloroplasts | (Plant Cell Only) Trap the energy from the sun and make glucose. (Photosynthesis) |
Ribosomes | Small organelles makes proteins. |
Vacuoles | Storage containers within cells. Usually large in size in plant cells. |
Nucleus | The organelle that controls all the activities of the cell parts. |
Nuclear Membrane | A membrane which is similar in structure to the cell membrane that protects the nucleus. |
Nucleolus | A membrane free organelle that floats in the nucleus. This organelle make ribosomes. |
Nuclear Pores | Openings in the nuclear membrane that only allow certain materials into and out of the nucleus. |