Parts of the Cell

Front

What organelle stores and releases chemicals?

Back

Golgi bodies

Front

What is a hollow cylinder that supports and shapes a cell?

Back

Microtubule

Front

What is the minute hole in the nuclear membrane called?

Back

Nucleolus pore

Front

What contains the code that guides all cell activities?

Back

Chromosomes

Front

What structure shapes and supports a plant cell?

Back

Cell wall

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

Back

Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Front

What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

The nucleus houses the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

Front

What is the function of ribosomes?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in the cell.

Front

What is the purpose of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane protects the cell and regulates what enters and exits.

Front

What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

The endoplasmic reticulum synthesizes proteins and lipids.