Cells

Question 1

Prokaryote:

Answer 1

Prokaryote: A type of cell that is very simple and does not have a nucleus. The DNA is not inside a special membrane but floats in the cell. Ex: bacteria

Question 2

Eukaryote:

Answer 2

Eukaryote: A type of cell that is more complex and has a nucleus, where the DNA is stored.
Ex: plants, animals, fungi, and protists

Question 3

. Organelles:

Answer 3

. Organelles: are tiny structures that carry out specific functions within a cell.

Question 4

Mitochondria:

Answer 4

Mitochondria: are organelles in cells that produce energy for the cell. They are called the powerhouse of the cell.

Question 5

Chloroplast:

Answer 5

Chloroplast: is an organelle within the cells of plants and certain algae that is the site of photosynthesis.

Question 6

Vacuoles:

Answer 6

Vacuoles: are the storage areas of cells.

Question 7

Nucleus

Answer 7

is the control center of the cell and it stores the genetic material called DNA

Question 8

Ribosomes

Answer 8

are like little factories that produce protein

Question 9

Endoplasmic Raticulm (ER) is like

Question 10

Centrioles:

Answer 10

Centrioles: are tiny helpers in the cell that help it divide and make new cells. They help organize the parts that pull the cell apart during

Question 11

Cell Wall:

Answer 11

Cell Wall: is the strong outer layer of a plant cell that protects it and gives it shape and support. It helps the plant stand tall and keeps the cell safe. Animal cells do not have a cell wall.

Question 12

Cell Membrane:

Answer 12

Cell Membrane: is like a gatekeeper for the cell. It controls what goes in and out, letting certain things in and keeping certain things out. It also helps hold the cell together.

Question 13

Cytoplasm:

Answer 13

is the jelly-like fluid inside a cell that holds all the organelles in place. It helps the cell keep its shape and allows nutrients and other materials to move around.