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WP Organelles
Cell Organelles and Functions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Nucleus | Control center of cell containing DNA used to duplicate the cell |
| Mitochondria | Converts food into usable energy; powerhouse of the cell |
| Golgi bodies | Takes in nutrients and repackages them for use in other parts of the cell |
| Endoplasmic reticulum | Passageways used for carrying materials through the cell |
| Cytoplasm | Jelly-like substance that moves materials through the cell |
| Ribosomes | Makes proteins for the cell |
| Lysosomes | Helps break down unused and old materials in order to keep the cell healthy |
| Vacuole | Stores food, water and wastes |
| Nuclear membrane | Surrounds and protects the nucleus |
| Cell membrane | Controls what enters and leaves the cell |
| Cell wall | Provides plant cells with structure and support |
| Chloroplast | Makes food for plant cells using the sun's energy in a process called photosynthesis |