Parts of a Cell

Front

What do ribosomes do?

Back

Ribosomes make proteins.

Front

What is the tough outer layer of plant cells that provides support and stability?

Back

The cell wall.

Front

What organelle contains chlorophyll and captures the sun's energy to produce glucose?

Back

Chloroplast.

Front

What are the passageways in the cell that carry proteins from one part of the cell to another?

Back

Endoplasmic reticulum.

Front

What does the cell wall do?

Back

The cell wall provides structure and protects the cell.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell.

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell?

Back

Cytoplasm.

Front

What organelle is responsible for energy production in the cell?

Back

Mitochondria.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus?

Back

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

Front

What are lysosomes?

Back

Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes to break down waste materials.