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Cell Parts/Functions
Includes cell organelles and their functions
Term | Definition |
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Cell Wall | A substance that surrounds the cell membrane and provides support to the cell. (found in plant cells) |
Cell Membrane | A protective layer that covers the cells and controls what goes in and out of the cell. |
Cytoplasm | The jelly like fluid that fills the cells. |
Nucleus | An large organelle in an eukaryotic cell that controls the cell and contains the DNA |
Chloroplast | Organelles in plant cells that trap sunlight for photosynthesis to take place. |
Lysosome | The organelle breaks down food and waste in the cell. (aka-trashcan) |
Mitochondria | The organelle that releases energy to the cell and gives it power. |
Vacuole | The organelle that stores water and other materials for the cell. |
Eukaryotic | Cell that has a nucleus as an organelle. hint: EU=DO |
Prokaryotic | Cell that does NOT have a nucleus as an organelle. hint: PRO=NO |
Organelle | The parts of a cell that perform a specific function. |
Plant Cell | Contains a cell wall and chloroplast that animal cells don't have. |