Functions of Cell Organelles

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Nucleus

Back

Control center of the cell; contains DNA

Front

Mitochondria

Back

Powerhouse of the cell; produces energy (ATP)

Front

Ribosomes

Back

Protein synthesis

Front

Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)

Back

Transports proteins and other materials

Front

Golgi Apparatus

Back

Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins

Front

Lysosomes

Back

Digests waste materials and cellular debris

Front

Chloroplasts

Back

Photosynthesis; converts sunlight to energy (in plants)

Front

Cell Membrane

Back

Regulates what enters and exits the cell

Front

Cell Wall

Back

Provides structure and protection (in plants)

Front

Cytoplasm

Back

Jelly-like fluid that holds organelles