Plant cells VS Animal cells Flashcards
Organelle
specialized structure that performs various function in the cells
Nucleus
Control center
Vacuole
Store nutrients and give– supports
Mitochondria
powerhouse of a cell
Chloroplast
Uses sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to make food by photosynthesis
Golgi complex
modifies and packs proteins and carbs into membrane bound vesicles for export
Cell wall
A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane
Cell membrane
The membrane that protects the cell
Lysosome
Breaks down worn-out or damaged organelles, waste, and invaders
Ribosomes
makes proteins
Rough ER
synthesizes and packages proteins and transports materials throughout the cell
Smooth ER
synthesizes lipids that will be exported by the cells; detoxifies poisons, alcohol, and drugs