Cell Organelles

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What is the brain or 'control center' of the cell?

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Nucleus: The organelle that contains the cell's genetic material and controls its activities.

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Which organelle creates fat for storing energy?

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Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum: A type of endoplasmic reticulum that synthesizes lipids and detoxifies certain chemicals.

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What makes protein for the cell?

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Ribosomes: Small structures that synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

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What is the watery liquid that fills the cell?

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Cytoplasm: The gel-like substance within the cell membrane that contains organelles.

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What are the 'envelopes' of the cell used for transporting material?

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Vesicles: Small membrane-bound sacs that transport substances within the cell.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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Mitochondria: Organelles that produce energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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Cell Membrane: A protective barrier that regulates what enters and leaves the cell.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

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

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What is the purpose of the Golgi apparatus?

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Golgi Apparatus: An organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion.

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What is chromatin?

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Chromatin: A complex of DNA and proteins found in the nucleus that condenses to form chromosomes.