Cells Flashcards

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An organelle in some plant cells that stores starch. Are found in starchy plants like tubers and fruits.

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Amyloplast

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(exists in Plant Cell only) a thick, rigid membrane that surrounds a plant cell. This layer of cellulose fiber gives the cell most of its support and structure. Also bonds with other cell walls to form the structure of the plant.

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Cell wall

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is the semi-permeable membrane that is present within th e cell wall. It is composed of a thin layer of protein and fat. It plays an important role in regulating the entry and exit of specific substances within the cell.

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Cell membrane

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small body located near the nucleus - it has a dense center and radiating tubules. It is where microtubules are made.

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Centrosome

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a molecule that can use light energy from sunlight to turn water and carbon dioxide gas into sugar and oxygen (this process is called photosynthesis). It is usually color green.

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Chlorophyll

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