Word list G Unit 3 Lesson 3-4 (NUMS)

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a network of protein filaments that give shape and support to cells

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Cytoskeleton

Front

An organelle where cellular respiration occurs and energy is released.

Back

Mitochondrion

Front

The organelle that makes proteins by putting together chains of amino acids using instructions encoded in the cell's DNA

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ribosomes

Front

The organelle that assists in the production, processing, and transport of proteins and in the production of lipids

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Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)

Front

a system of flattened membrane sacs that package and distribute materials

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Golgi apparatus

Front

A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane of plant cells and offers more support and structure.

Back

cell wall

Front

a fluid filled vesicle that is used for storage of water, waste, and food

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vacuole

Front

Organelle where photosynthesis occurs in plant cells

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Chloroplasts

Front

Organelle that contains digestive enzymes which break down worn-out or damaged organelles, waste materials, and foreign invaders in the cell.

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lysosome

Front

a living thing that can carry out life processes by itself

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Organism