B1.2 (Animal and Plant Cells) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the role of the nucleus
A
Controls activities of the cell contains genes and chromosomes (10 micrometers)
2
Q
What is the cytoplasm
A
- Where organelles are suspended
- Where most reactions in cell take place
3
Q
What is the role of the mitochondria
A
Where aerobic respiration takes place (releases energy)
4
Q
What is the role of the Ribosomes
A
Where protein synthesis takes place
5
Q
What is the role of the cell wall
A
- Keeps cell rigid and strong
- Made of Cellulose
6
Q
What is the role of the chloroplast
A
- Photosynthesis
- Contain Chlorophyll
7
Q
What is the role of the permanent vacoule?
A
- Keeps cell rigid (filled with cell sap)
- Supports plant
- Stores sugar