Cell Organelles

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What is the function of the vacuole?

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Sac that stores water, nutrients, and waste products.

Front

What organelle is called the 'powerhouse' of a cell?

Back

Mitochondria.

Front

What cell part is NOT found in all cells?

Back

Cell Wall.

Front

Which part of the cell is often called 'the brain of the cell'?

Back

Nucleus.

Front

I store water in both plant and animal cells. What am I?

Back

Vacuole.

Front

What is the function of the mitochondria?

Back

Produces energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

Controls cell activities and contains genetic material.

Front

What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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Synthesizes proteins and lipids; transports materials within the cell.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Site of protein synthesis.

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

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Contains digestive enzymes to break down waste materials.