Cell analogies

Front

What is the function of the Golgi body in a cell?

Back

The Golgi body processes, packages, and transports materials throughout the cell.

Front

Which type of cells contain chloroplasts and cell walls?

Back

Plant cells.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane controls what goes in and out of the cell.

Front

How does the endoplasmic reticulum function in a cell?

Back

The endoplasmic reticulum transports proteins throughout the cell like a subway transports people.

Front

What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

The nucleus controls all the cell activities.

Front

What is the analogy for the mitochondria in a cell?

Back

The mitochondria are like power plants because they produce energy for the cell.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are like factories that make proteins for the cell.

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

Back

Lysosomes are like garbage trucks that clean up waste in the cell.

Front

What is the analogy for the cytoplasm in a cell?

Back

The cytoplasm is like the air in a balloon, providing a medium for the organelles to float in.

Front

What is the function of the cell wall?

Back

The cell wall provides structure and support to plant cells.