Save
Upgrade to remove ads
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

Cells

Cell structures and their functions

QuestionAnswer
cell A cell is the basic unit of structure and function in living things
prokaryotic cell Does not have a nucleus
eukaryotic cell Has a nucleus and organelles surrounded by membranes
cell membrane Outer membrane of a cell that controls movement in and out of the cell
cell wall Outer layer of most plants and bacteria that protects and supports the cell
nucleus Directs cell activities and contains genetic material
chromosomes Contain instructions for traits & characteristics
nucleolus Contains RNA to build proteins
cytoplasm Gel-like substance that contains organelles and hereditary material
endoplasmic reticulum Moves materials around in cell
ribosomes Make proteins and is found on endoplasmic reticulum & floating throughout the cell
nuclear membrane Surrounds nucleus, is made of two layers and has openings, or nuclear pores, allow material to enter and leave nucleus
mitochondria Produces energy through chemical reactions – breaking down fats & carbohydrates
golgi bodies or apparatus Protein 'packaging plant that moves materials within and out of the cell
lysosome Digests proteins, fats, and carbohydrates and transports undigested material to cell membrane for removal
vacuole Membrane-bound sacs for storage, digestion, and waste removal that helps plants maintain shape
chloroplast Usually found in plant cells and contains green chlorophyll it is where photosynthesis takes place
Created by: jconstantino2473
Popular Biology sets

 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards