Cell structure/ functions Flashcards
Cell membrane
Layer of protein and fat
Surrounds cell
Selective permeability
Cytoplasm
Contains organelles
Golgi apparatus
Helps with transporting and packaging of molecules within the cell
Helps process proteins and lipid molecules
Lysosomes
Enzymes that aid in digestion
Destroy any invading bacteria and viruses
Mitochondria
Makes energy for the cell
Nucleus
Contains cells hereditary information (DNA)
Responsible for cells growth, reproduction, and function
Ribosomes
Synthesize proteins
Rough ER
Helps with packaging and transporting of molecules within the cell
Helps with synthesis of proteins
Smooth ER
Helps with transporting and packaging of lipids does not contain ribosomes
Vacuole
Stores food, water
maintains shape of cell