Cell Structure and Function #1

Front

What is the rigid outer covering of plant cells that provides shape and support?

Back

Cell wall

Front

What organelle is a series of pancake-like folded membranes that packages and transports substances?

Back

Golgi bodies

Front

Which structure regulates what goes into and out of the cell?

Back

Cell membrane

Front

What does ER stand for, and what are its two types?

Back

Endoplasmic Reticulum; Rough ER and Smooth ER

Front

What organelle is known for producing energy and is often depicted in orange?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are suspended?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

Back

Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Front

What is the main function of chloroplasts?

Back

Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

Front

What is the difference between rough and smooth ER?

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Rough ER has ribosomes on its surface and is involved in protein synthesis, while smooth ER has no ribosomes and is involved in lipid synthesis.