organelled of the human body Flashcards

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Lysosomes

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are round vesicles that contain proteins capable of breaking down complex molecules into simpler molecules.

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The endoplasmic reticulum

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is a network membrane involved in synthesizing lipids for all cell membranes, they are two types one is rough because of the ribosomes.

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Vacuoles

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are large membrane-bound compartments storing water and other substances. They are formed by forming multiple vesicles.

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Cilia and flagella

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are membrane-bound appendages. Flagella are longer than cilia but fewer in number.

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Golgi apparatus

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is a series of stacked membrane-bound sacs involved in the creation of vesicles such as lysosomes.

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The nucleus

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is a large organelle enclosed in the cell’s genetic material.

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Mitochondria

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are rod-like organelles with a double-membrane structure within the cell that provide its power.

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