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WorksheetsCell Structure and Function
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Ribosomes
Makes proteins. Nickname: Protein Factories
Breaks down waste materials
Stores genetic information
Transports nutrients within the cell
Nucleolus
Produces ribosomes. Nickname: Ribosome Factory
Synthesizes DNA
Transports proteins
Regulates cell division
Cell Wall
Provides structure and protection in plant cells; acts like a fortress.
Regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
Stores genetic information and controls cell activities.
Produces energy through photosynthesis.
Function of Ribosomes
Makes proteins
Breaks down carbohydrates
Stores genetic information
Transports nutrients
Nickname for Nucleus
Control Center / Brain
Powerhouse
Storage Unit
Transport Hub
Cytoskeleton
Provides structure and shape. Nickname: Cell Skeleton
Involved in energy production
Responsible for protein synthesis
Regulates cell division
Vacuole
Stores nutrients, waste, and water; functions as a storage tank.
Produces energy for the cell through photosynthesis.
Transports materials within the cell.
Provides structural support to the cell.
Cytoplasm
A jelly-like fluid that holds organelles in place. Nickname: Cell Gel / Cytosol
A rigid structure that provides support to the cell
A membrane that controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell
A network of protein filaments that helps the cell maintain its shape
Chloroplasts
Conduct photosynthesis in plant cells; act like solar panels.
Store energy in the form of glucose.
Help in the respiration process of the plant.
Transport nutrients throughout the plant.
Mitochondria
Produces energy (ATP); known as the powerhouse of the cell.
Stores genetic information in the form of DNA.
Synthesizes proteins for cellular functions.
Regulates the cell cycle and division.
Cell Membrane
Controls what enters and leaves the cell. Nickname: Gatekeeper
Provides structural support to the cell
Stores genetic information
Produces energy for the cell
Nickname for Cytoplasm
Cell Gel / Cytosol
Cell Juice
Cytoplasmic Fluid
Cell Matrix
Nucleus
Controls cell activities (DNA). Nickname: Control Center / Brain
Produces energy for the cell
Transports materials within the cell
Synthesizes proteins for the cell
Function of Golgi Body
Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins
Synthesizes lipids
Produces ATP
Transports oxygen
Golgi Body
Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins. Nickname: Post Office
Produces energy for the cell. Nickname: Powerhouse
Synthesizes lipids and hormones. Nickname: Factory
Breaks down waste materials. Nickname: Recycling Center
