Cell Vocabulary for MISA

Front

The control center of the cell, containing genetic material (DNA).

Back

nucleus

Front

A selectively permeable structure that surrounds the cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out.

Back

Cell membrane

Front

An organelle found in plant cells that conducts photosynthesis.

Back

chloroplast

Front

The powerhouse of the cell, responsible for producing energy through cellular respiration.

Back

mitochondria

Front

A rigid layer found in plant cells that provides structural support and protection.

Back

Cell wall

Front

The passive movement of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.

Back

diffusion

Front

The movement of substances across the cell membrane. Some movement requires energy and some does not.

Back

transport

Front

The process by which living things produce new organisms of the same species.

Back

reproduction

Front

A type of reproduction that involves two parents and results in offspring with a mix of traits from both parents.

Back

sexual reproduction

Front

A type of reproduction that involves one parent and produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.

Back

asexual reproduction