Parts of the plant cell

Question 1

Cell (Plasma) Membrane

Answer 1

Separate cell inside from its’ surroundings; Barrier and container of transport and signaling systems.

Question 2

Nucleus

Answer 2

Cell Brain

Question 3

Mitochondria

Answer 3

Extract energy from foods by process of cellular respiration.

Question 4

Chloroplasts

Answer 4

Crate food, photosynthesis

Question 5

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER)

Answer 5

Network of interconnected membranes forming channels within the cell; Synthesis and metabolism of lipids; Also contains enzymes for detoxifying chemicals including drugs and pesticides.

Question 6

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)

Answer 6

Network of interconnected membranes forming channels within the cell; Covered with ribosomes; Synthesizing proteins for secretion.

Question 7

Ribosomes

Answer 7

Protein and RNA complex; Responsible for protein synthesis.

Question 8

Golgi Apparatus

Answer 8

Series of stacked membranes; Prepares and packages protein secretions.

Question 9

Vacuoles

Answer 9

Membrane surrounded “bag”; Holds water and storage materials.

Question 10

Peroxisomes or Microbodies

Answer 10

Produce and degrade hydrogen peroxide (which can be produced during metabolism).

Question 11

Cell wall

Answer 11

Rigid cell wall; Provides strength and rigidity.

Question 12

Lignin

Answer 12

Hardening substance.