Anatomy: Everything Cells! Flashcards
Plasma Membrane
Outer boundary of the cell, allows for substances to move in or out.
Exocytic Transport Vesicle
Carries molecules to plasma membrane for release.
Golgi Apparatus
Packages proteins and lipids for delivery to the organelles.
Mitochondria
Powerhouse, main energy source.
Ribosomes
Site of protein synthesis.
Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum
No Ribosomes attaches – synthesizes lipids and detoxifies drugs
Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum
Ribosomes attached – Protein synthesis, produces new membranes.
Chromatin
A complex of DNA and proteins found on the nucleus, which condense to form chromosomes during cell division.
Nucleolus
Inside of cell’s nucleus and produces & assembles ribosomes.
Nuclear Envelope
Double membrane structure that closes nucleus and separates it from cytoplasm.
Nuclear Pore
Allows for transport of molecules between Nucleus and Cytoplasm.
Nucleus
Control center of cell, houses genetic info and coordinates growth, metabolism, reproduction, etc.
Peroxisome
Breaks down fatty acids & detoxifies harmful substances.
Endocytic Transport Vesicle
Transports molecules from cell surface into cell.
Centrosome
Organizes mitotic spindle during cell division.