Organelles of the cell Flashcards
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Nucleus
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Controls the activities of the cell. It contains the genes and chromosomes needed to make new cells and organisms.
2
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Cytoplasm
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This is a liquid gel where most of the chemical reactions for the cell happen.
3
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Cell Membrane
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Controls what comes in and out of the cell.
4
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Mitochondria
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These are the organelles where respiration occurs. Oxygen and glucose are reacted to release energy.
5
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Ribosomes
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This is where protein synthesis takes place. All the proteins needed in the cell are made here.
6
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Cell Wall
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Made of cellulose. Gives the cell structure and the plant strength and support.
7
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Chloroplasts
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Found in the green parts of the plant. Site of photosynthesis.
8
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Permanent Vacuole
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part of a plant cell that stores cell sap.
