Cell Organelles

Front

I make proteins for the cell. What am I?

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Ribosome

Front

The brain or 'control center' of the cell.

Back

Nucleus

Front

This organelle breaks down (digest) worn out cell parts.

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Lysosomes

Front

The _____________ holds the DNA, and controls the functions of eukaryotic cells.

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Nucleus

Front

If many of the ribosomes of a cell were destroyed, what effect would this most likely have on the cell?

Back

The cell would not be able to make proteins.

Front

What is the function of mitochondria?

Back

Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Front

What do chloroplasts do?

Back

Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

Front

What is the function of vacuoles?

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Vacuoles store nutrients, waste products, and help maintain turgor pressure in plant cells.

Front

What is cytoplasm?

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Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.