Parts Of Animal Cell Flashcards
Nucleus
Storage of genetic info. Makes DNA & RNA, control center center of cell
Golgi Body
UPS
Processes, packages, & ships
A) Cytoskeleton
B) Microtubules
C) Mircofilament
A) structure supports inside of cell
B) big (provide compressional support)
C) small (provide tension all support)
Ribosomes
Function?
Carry out
Cell organelles made up of RNA & Proteins
Carry out protein synthesis
Nucleolus
(Dark spot in nucleus)
Function?
Composed of proteins & RNA in nucleus of cell
Produces subunits of ribosomes
Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum
Folded
Folded membrane with ribosomes on it, make proteins
Mitochondria
Folded membrane inside a membrane that generates ATP (energy)
Lysosome?
Function?
Cell containing enzymes that digest particles
Digests macromolecules & cell parts
Vesicle
Small
Stores & transport substances
Centriole
Part of center some, key in cell division
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
Produce lipids, cholesterol etc. detoxifies & break down toxins
Vacuole
Large
Usually found in plants, hold water