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Cell Organelles
8th Grade Unit 22
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cells | the smallest unit that can live on its own and that makes up all living organisms and the tissues of the body |
| Eukaryotes | any cell or organism that possesses a clearly defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles |
| Eukaryotic | relating to a cell or organism that has a clearly defined nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles within it |
| Organelles | a subcellular structure that has one or more specific jobs to perform in the cell |
| Cell Wall | a rigid, protective layer that surrounds certain types of cells, like plant cells, providing structural support and protection, essentially acting like a tough outer shell for the cell |
| Cell Membrane | a thin, semipermeable barrier that surrounds and protects a cell |
| Nucleus | the structure in a cell that contains the chromosomes and is the control center or "brain" of the cell |
| Cytoplasm | the gelatinous liquid that fills the inside of a cell |
| Mitochondria | membrane-bound cell organelles (mitochondrion, singular) that generate most of the chemical energy needed to power the cell's biochemical reactions. |
| Vacuoles | a membrane-bound space or cavity within a cell that stores fluid, food, or waste |
| Chloroplasts | an organelle within the cells of plants and certain algae that is the site of photosynthesis |
| Chlorophyll | a pigment that gives plants their green color, and it helps plants create their own food through photosynthesis. |
| Photosynthesis | the process where plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create their own food (sugar) and release oxygen as a byproduct |
| Ribosomes | the cellular machinery responsible for making proteins |