| Term | Definition |
|---|
| nucleus | large membrane-enclosed structure that contains the cell's genetic material in the form of DNA |
| Eukaryote Cell | cells that contain nuclei |
| Prokaryote Cell | cells that do not contain nuclei |
| prokaryote | Bacteria is what? |
| eukaryote | animal, fungi, plant is what? |
| oganelles | little organs |
| cytoplasm | the portion of the cell outside the nucleus |
| nuclear envelope | the thin membrane surrounding the nucleus |
| nucleus | contains all the cells DNA and creates protein |
| chromatin | DNA bound to proteins |
| chromosomes | contain genetic information that is passed from one generation to the next |
| nucleolus | Where do ribosomes begin? |
| ribosomes | small particles of RNA that produce protein |
| endoplasmic reticulum | the site where lipid components of the cell membrane are assembled, along with protiens |
| golgi apparatus | modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and other materials from the ER for storage or shipment |
| lysosomes | break down and clean up the cell |
| vacuole | store materials such as water, and keep plants standing upright |
| mitochondria | convert chemical energy stored in food into compounds that are convenient for the cell to use |
| chloroplasts | organelles that capture the energy from the sunlight and convert it to chemical energy using a process called photosynthesis |
| cytoskeleton | a network of protein filaments that help the cell maintain shape, it also helps in movement |
| centrioles | located near the nucleus and help to organize cell division, plant cells only |
| cell wall | provides support and protection for the cell, plant cells only |
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