Cells Flashcards
What is the NUCLEUS?
Contains genetic material that controls the cell.
What is the CYTOPLASM?
Gel-like substance.
Where most chemical reactions occur.
The CYTOPLASM contains what?
Enzymes that control the chemical reactions.
What does the CELL MEMBRANE do?
Holds cell together.
Controls what goes in and out.
What is the MITOCHONDRIA?
Where most of the reactions for respiration take place.
Respiration releases…
Energy that cells need to work.
What are RIBROSOMES?
Where proteins are made in the cell.
What is the CELL WALL made out of?
Cellulose.
What does the CELL WALL do?
Supports the cell and strengthens it.
What does the PERMANENT VACUOLE contain?
Contains cell sap.
Weak solution of sugar and salts.
What do CHLOROPLASTS do?
Where photosynthesis occurs, which makes food for the plant.
What do CHLOROPLASTS contain?
Green substance called chlorophyll.
How many ORGANELLES do plant cells have?
8
How many ORGANELLES do animal cells have?
5
Name the 5 cells animals have?
Nucleus. Cytoplasm. Cell membrane. Mitochondria. Ribrosomes.
