2.4 Eukaryotic Cell Structure Flashcards by Jeanette Ennin | Brainscape

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What is the role of the SER?

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to synthesise lipids (fats), steroids and carbohydrates

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What is the role of lysosomes?

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lysosomes are a type of vesicle which contains hydrolytic enzymes that break down dead organelles and pathogens that enter the cell

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What is the role of ribosomes?

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the site of protein synthesis

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What is the role of the cytoskeleton?

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move (organelles) e.g. vesicles
move the cilia/flagella/undulipodia to help move the cell
enable cytokinesis to take place in cell division
support the cell by providing scaffolding and help it to maintain shape
movement of chromosomes/chromatids/(m)RNA

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