Cell organelles and function

Front

What is the gel-like fluid where the organelles are found?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

Which organelle produces the energy a cell needs to carry out its functions?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What organelle uses chemicals to break down food and worn out cell parts?

Back

Lysosomes

Front

What is the name of the genetic material that is inside the nucleus?

Back

DNA

Front

Which organelle produces food through photosynthesis (ONLY IN PLANT CELLS)?

Back

Chloroplasts

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

It controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

They are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

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

Back

It synthesizes proteins and lipids.

Front

What do vacuoles do in a cell?

Back

They store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

Front

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

Back

It modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.