7th Science Ch. 2 Cells

Front

What is the network of tubes that help produce and transport proteins in the cell?

Back

Endoplasmic reticulum

Front

What are small structures found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells that assemble proteins?

Back

Ribosomes

Front

What are the long, thin fibers attached to various parts of the cell that help it maintain or change its shape?

Back

Cytoskeleton

Front

What are the two ways molecules pass through cells?

Back

Passive and active transport

Front

What organisms harness energy from the sun to make food?

Back

Producers

Front

What is the function of the mitochondria in a cell?

Back

Mitochondria produce energy through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role 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 where organelles are found?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

What are chromosomes made of?

Back

Chromosomes are made of DNA.

Front

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

Back

The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for secretion.