Cell Organelles

Front

What stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, & carbohydrates?

Back

Vacuole

Front

What is the rigid, nonliving support structure made of cellulose?

Back

Cell wall

Front

What is the site of protein synthesis in a cell?

Back

Ribosome

Front

Which organelle controls cell functions because DNA is stored here?

Back

Nucleus

Front

Which organelle receives proteins and materials from the endoplasmic reticulum, packages them, and distributes them?

Back

Golgi apparatus

Front

What is the function of the mitochondria?

Back

Powerhouse of the cell; produces energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role of the chloroplast?

Back

Site of photosynthesis; converts sunlight into chemical energy.

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

Back

Contains digestive enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Front

What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

Involved in the synthesis of proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER).

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

Regulates what enters and exits the cell; provides protection and support.