Cell Anatomy

Front

What is the control center of the cell that contains DNA?

Back

Nucleus

Front

An organism made of more than one, and different kinds of cells is called a _____________ organism.

Back

Multicellular

Front

Which part of the cell is often referred to as 'the brain of the cell'?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the function of a vacuole in a cell?

Back

To store water; large vacuoles are found in plant cells.

Front

Which organelle takes food and turns it into ENERGY for plant and animal cells?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell that holds organelles?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and control what enters and exits.

Front

What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?

Back

Chloroplasts

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

To synthesize proteins.

Front

What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

To transport materials within the cell; it can be rough (with ribosomes) or smooth (without ribosomes).