Organelle Functions

Front

What does the cell membrane do?

Back

Acts as a security guard and controls what enters and leaves the cell.

Front

What is the function of mitochondria?

Back

Creates energy to power the cell.

Front

What is cytoplasm?

Back

The jelly-like substance that holds all organelles in place.

Front

What is the role of lysosomes?

Back

Acts as a trash man and removes waste.

Front

What does the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) do?

Back

The highway system that transports proteins.

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts?

Back

Converts sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

Front

What is the role of the nucleus?

Back

Acts as the control center of the cell, housing DNA.

Front

What do ribosomes do?

Back

Synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

Front

What is the function of the cell wall?

Back

Provides structure and protection to plant cells.

Front

What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

Back

Sorts, modifies, and packages proteins for secretion.