Cell organelles Flashcards
Ribosomes
the site of protein synthesis in the cell
(makes the protein)
Golgi
prepares proteins and lipid molecules for use in other places
Cytoplasm
holds the components of cells in place and protects them from damage
Nucleus
the cells control center
Nucleolus
produces the RNA and ribosomes for the cell
Nuclear membrane
acts as a barrier that separates the contents of the nucleus from the cytoplasm
Cell membrane
provides protection for a cell
Mitochondria
produces the energy for the cell
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
produces proteins for the rest of the cell to function
(has ribosomes attached to it)
Vacuole
stores nutrients in cells
Cell wall
surrounds the plasma membrane and provides protection
(only in plant cells)
Chloroplast
produces energy through photosynthesis
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
stocks the lipids and proteins
Lysosomes
the digestive system of the cell
