Functions of Cellular organelles Flashcards
What is the function of nucleus?
Contains genetic material
Controls cell activity
What is the function of ribosomes?
Site of protein synthesis
What is the function of mitochondria?
Site of aerobic respiration
Production of ATP
What is the function of smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
Site of lipid synthesis
What is the function of rough endoplasmic reticulum?
Site of protein synthesis
Encrusted with ribosomes
Transports and stores protein
What is the function of Golgi apparatus?
Modifies, packages and stores phospholipids
Produces vesicles
What is the function of lysosomes?
Contain hydrolytic digestive enzymes
What is the function of cell surface membrane?
Controls what enters and leaves the cell
Can be folded to increase SA
Made up of phospholipid bilayer
What is the function of chloroplasts?
Site of photosynthesis
What is the function of the capsid?
Protects cell from immune systems
Allows bacteria to stick together
What is the function of plasmid?
Circular DNA
contains antibiotic resistant genes
What is the function of cell wall?
Provides structure
Prevents osmotic effect
What is the function of flagellum?
Allows movement
