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Cell Structures - Q1
7th Grade Q1S2 - What are the structures and functions of the cell?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Organelles | Specialized structures that perform various functions in the cell. |
| plant cell | Cells that contain a cell wall. |
| animal cell | Cells that do NOT have a cell wall. |
| cell wall | Provides protection and maintains the structure of the cell; gives the cell a box-like shape. |
| cell membrane | Controls what enters and leaves the cell; holds the cell together. |
| nucleus | Organelle that contains genetic information and controls cell activity. |
| Cytoplasm | Gel-like substance that supports other organelles. |
| Chloroplasts | Site of photosynthesis; converts sunlight into food for plant cells. |
| mitochondria | Provides energy for the cell and is the site of cellular respiration. |
| vacuole | Organelle that stores nutrients and waste. |
| homeostasis | Process of maintaining internal stability of a cell. |
| Photosynthesis | A process where plants convert energy from the sun into food and carbon dioxide into oxygen |
| cellular respiration | The process of obtaining energy from the breaking of chemical bonds in nutrients. |