Cell Structure

Question 1

Cell membrane

Answer 1

A lipid bilayer that surrounds the cell, providing protection and controlling the movement of substances in and out of the cell

Question 2

Nucleus

Answer 2

The control centre of the cell, containing genetic material (DNA) that directs all cellular activities, including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Question 3

Cytoplasm

Answer 3

A gel like substance within the cell membrane, which houses the the organelles and is the site of most cellular processes.

Question 4

Organelles

Answer 4

Specialized structures that with the cell that that perform specific functions such as: mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, ribosomes, and cytoskeleton.

Question 5

Mitochondria

Answer 5

“Power house of the cell” generated ATP (adenosine triphosphate) through cellular respiration providing energy for cellular activities.

Question 6

Endoplasmic reticulum

Answer 6

The rough ER is involved in protein synthesis while the smooth er is is involved In lipid synthesis and detoxification.

Question 7

Golgi apparatus

Answer 7

Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

Question 8

Lysosomes

Answer 8

Contains digestive enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris

Question 9

Ribosomes

Answer 9

The site of protein synthesis where amino acids are assembled into proteins according to genetic instructions.

Question 10

Cytoskeleton

Answer 10

A network of protein filaments and tubules that provides structural support, helps maintain cell shape, and facilitates movement