Term | Definition |
cell membrane | regulates what enters and leaves the cell, protects the inside, an separates cell contents from the environment. |
nuclear envelope aka nuclear membrane | regulates what enters and leaves the nucleus, protects the nucleus, and separates nuclear content from the rest of the cell. |
nucleus | stores DNA, synthesizes RNA, and directs cell activity. |
nucleoplasm | site of chemical reactions and surrounds and battles the chromosomes. |
nucleolus aka little nucleus | synthesizes ribosomes |
chromosomes | stores genetic information, genes |
cytoplasm | contains various organelles and site of a metabolic reaction. |
endoplasmic reticulum aka inside network | prepares proteins for export, synthesizes steroids, regulates calcium level, breaks down toxic substances, and transports substances through the cell. |
ribosome | provides surface area for protein synthesis. |
mitochondria aka powerhouse | cellular respiration : converted into energy. |
centriole | forms the spindle fibers fro chromosomes migration during cell division |
vacuole | used for storage and maintains stiffness in plant cells |
Golgi body aka packaging plant | processes and packages substances produced by the cell for export. |
lysosome aka garbage disposal or suicide sac. | regulates digestion within cells and breaks down old cells. |