cell structures Flashcards
what is the function of a mitochondrion?
aerobic respiration l, makes ATP through this process
what is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
packaging and storing proteins
producing transport vesicles which merge to form the golgi body
what is the function of the cell wall
gives strength and support and is freely permeable
what is the function of the golgi body?
the modification and synthesis of cellular chemicals
what is the function of chloroplasts?
chloroplasts have chlorophyll to help photosynthesise
what is the function of ribosomes?
protein synthesis, primary protein structure is formed at the ribosome
what is the function of the nucleus?
contains DNA which codes for or controls protein synthesis
what is the function of lysosomes?
break down excess or worn out cell parts
what is the function of centrioles?
organise micro tubes that serve as the cells skeletal system
what is the function of the nucleolus?
to produce and assemble the cells ribosomes
what is the function of the nuclear envelope?
separates the contents of the nucleus from the cytoplasm and provides the structural framework of the nucleus
what is the function of the chromatin?
codenses before cell division to form chromosomes
what is the function of large vacuoles in plants?
to hold materials and wastes also maintains the proper pressure within the plant cells to provide structure and support
what is the function of the small vacuole in animals?
to help sequester waste products
what is the function of plasmodesmata?
allows nutrients and certain materials to pass between the interconnected cells
what is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
produce, package and transport steroids and lipids
what is the function of nuclear pores?
allows the transport of mRNA and ribosomes out of the nucleus
