Organelles
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Stefenatefun on October 2, 2011
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Components of animal and/or plant cells.
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Nucleus | The nucleus contains the DNA of the cell, contains the nucleolus, and is surrounded by a membrane. |
| Nucleolus | A dense "control center" for a cell. |
| Cell Membrane | Controls what enters/leaves the cell, as well as protecting it from outer materials. This all known as semi-permeable. |
| Cytoplasm | The watery substance between the membrane and the nucleus. Most of the organelles are located here. |
| Mitochondria | Releases energy from food through cellular respiration. |
| Ribosome | The site of protein synthesis. |
| Endoplasmic Reticulum | The fluid-filled chambers that allow transport of materials. |
| Golgi Complex | Stacks of membrane sacks that process, package, and store products for release. |
| Vacuole | A nutrient and waste-filled organelle. |
| Lysosome | Contains digestive enzymes to break down food. |
| Contriole | / ANIMALS ONLY / Functions in cell division. |
| Chloroplasts | / PLANTS ONLY / The site of photosynthesis, this is where plants get their green colour. |
| Cell Wall | / PLANTS ONLY / Located outside the cell membrane, this organelle give the cell more support. |
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