Cell Structure
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camcrazyhorse on October 28, 2008
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This is a simple example of the cell parts and what they do. Good to know!
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 cytoplasm | a gelatinlike mixture that flows inside the cell membrane |
| cell membrane | helps control what enters and leaves the cell/ controls movement |
| nucleus | directs all cell activities/ like the brain of the cell |
| endoplasmic reticulum (E.R.) | a network of tubes that complete different jobs/ moves material in the cell |
| ribosome | makes protein |
| mitochondria/ mitochondrion | releases energy stored in food |
| chloroplast (only in plant cells) | changes light energy to chemical energy |
| cell wall (only in plant cells) | provides support and protection to the cell |
| vacuole | stores water, waste products, food, and other cellular materials |
| golgi body | packages and moves protein |
| lysosomes | breaks down food molecules, cell wastes, and worn-out cell parts |
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