Cells Study Guide Flashcards
What is not true about cells?
Animal and plants cells do not have the exact same organelles
What is a eukaryotic cell?
Eukaryotic cells contain a nucleus
What is a organelle?
Organelles are tiny cellular structures that perform specific functions with a cell
What is the function of the cell membrane?
The cell membrane controls the movement of materials coming in and out of the cell
What is important to remember about multicellular organisms?
different types of cells performed different functions
How are plant cells different from animal cells?
Plant cells contain a chloroplast while animal cells do not
What is the thick water like fluid inside of the cell membrane?
Cytoplasm
How are animals cells different from plant cells?
Animal cells contain lysosome and centrioles
What is the function of the nucleus?
Stores, DNA and coordinates the cells activities
What is the function of the nucleolus?
It rewrites ribosomal RNA
What is the function of a vacuole?
Stores bubbles found in cells, stores food, and nutrients
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
gather simple molecules, and combine them to make molecules that are more complex
What are two organelles that make up the Golgi apparatus
The Golgi body and the Golgi apparatus
What is the function of the mitochondria?
convert energy from food into energy, the cell can use to carry out its functions
What is the function of the ribosomes?
Protein, builders, or protein synthesizers
What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?
Manufacturing and packaging system that works with the Golgi apparatus
What is the difference in the two different endoplasmic reticulum?
One is smooth the other is rough and has ribosomes on