Cell Organelles and Function

Front

What is the function of the mitochondria?

Back

To produce energy for the cell.

Front

What is the function of the chloroplast?

Back

To produce food in a plant cell through photosynthesis.

Front

Where does photosynthesis occur?

Back

In the chloroplast.

Front

What do eukaryotes have?

Back

A clearly defined nucleus, membrane-bound organelles, and are more complex.

Front

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

Back

Mitochondria.

Front

What is the role of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

It acts as the control center, storing genetic information.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

Front

What do ribosomes do?

Back

They synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

To transport materials within the cell and synthesize proteins and lipids.

Front

What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

Back

To modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids for secretion.