Cell Structure Flashcards
2 different types of cells
Eukaryote
Prokaryote
Eukaryote Cells
examples
plant cells
animal cells
fungi
Prokaryote cells
examples
bacteria
Organelles
sub-units within a cell with a specialised function.
Nucleus
contains DNA that codes for proteins.
Nucleolus
produces ribosomes
Nuclear envelope
controls entry and exit of materials in and out of the nucleus
Nuclear Pores
allows the passage of large molecules
Nucleoplasm
the bulk of the nucleus which contains chromatin
Chromatin
mass of material composed of DNA
Mitochondria
The site of aerobic respiration produces ATP and releases energy.
Cristae in the Mitochondria
folds that increase the surface area for reactions to take place
Matrix in the Mitochondria
contains enzymes
Endoplasmic Reticulum
membranes are continuous with the outer membrane of the nucleus.
Rough ER
synthesises and transports proteins.
has ribosomes on the outer layer
Smooth ER
synthesises and transports lipids and carbohydrates.
it has no ribosomes.
Ribosomes
the site of protein synthesis.
Golgi Apparatus
packages and modifies substances (proteins) from the Rough ER.
Lysosomes
contains/release hydrolytic enzymes for waste management in cells.