Cell Organelles and Functions

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What organelle captures energy from sunlight to produce food in plant cells?

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Chloroplast

Front

What surrounds the cell and controls what enters and leaves it?

Back

Cell membrane

Front

What is the 'skin' of the cell made up of?

Back

Phospholipids

Front

What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

It is the 'Highway' of the cell, covered in ribosomes, and is involved in protein synthesis.

Front

Where are proteins made in the cell?

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Ribosomes

Front

What is the function of the mitochondrion?

Back

It is known as the 'Powerhouse' of the cell and is responsible for making ATP.

Front

What is the role of the Golgi body?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

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

Front

What is the function of the cell wall?

Back

It provides structure and protection to plant cells.

Front

What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

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It acts as the 'Brain' of the cell, controlling cell functions and housing DNA.