Organelles Flashcards
Plasma membrane function:
Selectively allows materials to pass into and out of the cell.
Ribosomes structure:
The assembly line.
Ribosomes function:
Produce proteins
Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) structure:
Part of the production division
Endoplasmic reticulum (ER) function:
Rough ER produces proteins.
Smooth ER metabolizes lipids and stores calcium.
Golgi apparatus structure:
The packaging and shipping division.
Golgi apparatus function:
Packages proteins for use within or outside of the cell.
Lysosomes structure:
Janitorial crew and recycling center.
Lysosomes function:
Break down used proteins and other cellular debris.
Mitochondria structure:
The power plant
Mitochondria function:
Make energy
Peroxisomes structure:
Toxic waste treatment facility.
Peroxisomes function:
Neutralize and remove toxic substances within the cell.
Cytoskeleton elements structure:
Form the framework and infrastructure of the building.
Cytoskeleton elements function:
Maintain cell shape and structure and transport materials within the cell.
Nucleus structure:
Chief executive officer (CEO).
Nucleus function:
It directs the operation of the cell.
Plasma membrane structure:
The boundary fence and security gate. Forms the boundary of the cell.
