Grade 8 Science Cell Parts

What does the cell membrane do?

• Protects the nucleus.

• Converts nutrients to energy.

• Surrounds and protects the contents of the cell.

• Jelly-like substance within the plasma membrane.

What does the cytoplasm do?

• Stores extra food and waste.

• Distributes oxygen and food around the cell, is jelly-like.

• Provides support the the cell.

• Controls cell's activities.

What does the nucleus do?

• Surrounds and protects the contents of the cell.

• Controls the process of photosynthesis.

• Provide support for the cell.

• Control the cell's activities.

What does the vacuole do?

• Stores water, waste, and other extra nutrients.

• Controls the cells activities.

• Where chemicals are made.

• Contains DNA and RNA.

What does the endoplasmic reticulum do? (ER)

• Contains DNA and RNA

• Where chemicals are made.

• Stores extra waste, water, and nutrients.

• Converts nutrients to energy.

What does the cell wall do? (only plant cell)

• Convert nutrients to energy

• Support the cell.

• Protects the nucleus.

• Control the cells activities.

What does the mitochondria do?

• Where photosynthesis happens.

• Stores extra water and nutrients.

• Convert nutrients to energy.

• Where chemicals are made.

What does chloroplast do?

• Protects and surrounds the contents of the cell.

• Distributes oxygen and food around the cell.

• Controls the cell.

• Where the process of photosynthesis takes place.