function of organelles Flashcards
1
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cell membrane
A
a semi-permeable membrane that controls the movement in and out of the cell
2
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nucleus
A
directs activity in the cell with DNA
3
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nucleolus
A
contains RNA, which contains and delivers genetic code
4
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mitochondria
A
produces ATO molecule that fuels most of the action in the cell
5
Q
chloroplast
A
site of photosynthesis, converts light into chemical energy
6
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endoplasmic reticulum
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prepares proteins for transport to the golgi apparatus
7
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ribosome
A
synthesizes proteins by reading RNA
8
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golgi body
A
packs lipids and proteins and transports to different destinations
9
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cell wall
A
provides structure protection to plant cells
10
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lysosome
A
produces chemicals to break down waste + salvages material
11
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vacuole
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stores water, food and waste
