Plants vs. Animals Flashcards
Lysosome?
Lysosome breaks down worn-out or damaged organelles, waste materials, and foreign invaders.
Cell Membrane?
The membrane that protects the cell.
Ribosomes?
Makes proteins.
Rough ER?
Synthesizes and packages proteins, and transports materials through the cell.
Smooth ER?
It synthesizes lipids that will be exported by the cell; detoxifies poisons, alcohol, and drugs.
Organelle?
Specialized structure that performs various function in the cell.
Nucleus?
Control Center.
Vacuole?
Stores nutrients and gives support.
Mitochondria?
Powerhouse of the cell; produces energy
Chloroplast?
Uses sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to make food by photosynthesis.
Golgi Complex?
Modifies and packages proteins and carbohydrates into membrane-bound vesicles for export
Cell Wall?
A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane
Cell Membrane?
The membrane that protects the cell
