Cell Functions

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What is the "powerhouse" of the cell? Converts chemical energy in food into compounds that are more convenient for cells to use.

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Mitochondrion

Front

What protects a cell and forms the shape of it?

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Cell Wall

Front

What is the "Brain" of the cell? /contains nearly all of the cell's DNA.

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Nucleus

Front

What part of the cell makes proteins?

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Ribosomes

Front

This organelle stores food, water, and wastes for a cell.

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Vacuole

Front

This organelle sorts and packages proteins and other substances.

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Golgi Body

Front

Where food is made through photosynthesis.

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Chloroplast

Front

This organelle is a jelly-like substance which flows inside the cell.

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Cytoplasm

Front

These organelles help break down food molecules, cell wastes, and worn out cell parts.

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Lysosome

Front

Is a protective layer that controls what enters and leaves the cell. (Only found in animal cells.)

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Cell Membrane