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Cell Biology
Cell Structure and Organelles
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Nucleus
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Control center of the cell. Contains DNA.
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Nucleus
Control center of the cell. Contains DNA.
Mitochondria
A provider of energy for a cell. It breaks down glucose for energy.
Chloroplast
An organelle found in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs
Chlorophyll
Green pigment in chloroplasts that absorbs light energy used to carry out photosynthesis.
Cell Membrane
A thin, flexible barrier around a cell; regulates what enters and leaves the cell.
Cell Wall
A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane that provides structure and support to the cell.
Vacuole
Cell organelle that stores materials such as water, food, and waste.
Cytoplasm
A watery fluid that surrounds everything inside a cell.
Ribosomes
Cell organelles where proteins are made.
Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum
Carries protein and other materials from one part of the cell to another.
