Animal and Plant Cell

Front

What organelle captures light energy and converts it to chemical energy (food)?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

Directs the cell's activities.

Front

What structure controls the movement of substances in and out of the nucleus?

Back

Nuclear membrane.

Front

What is the gel-like fluid that carries nutrients, proteins, and organelles around the cell called?

Back

Cytoplasm.

Front

What organelle is responsible for storing water, food, waste, or other materials?

Back

Vacuole.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

Regulates what enters and exits the cell.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

Back

Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have them.

Front

What is the function of mitochondria?

Back

Produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the purpose of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

Back

Synthesizes proteins and lipids; transports materials within the cell.