UNITE EXAM Flashcards
Nucleus
The “brain” of the cell
Nucleolus
Produces the cells Ribosomes
Ribosomes
The creator of proteins in the cell
Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)
Creates proteins in the cell (contains ribosomes)
Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)
Holds fats and oils
Mitochondria
Powerhouse of the cell, creates ATP (energy)
ATP
Adenosine Triphosphate (Energy) mostly used in active transport in the cell
Lysosomes
The digestive system of the cell, contains stomach acid enzymes in order to break down solid objects
Vacuoles
Water storage of cell
Golgi Apparatus
The shippers of the cell. Modifies and moves different materials to the inside and outside of the cell
Chloroplast
- Has the chemicals for photosynthesis
- Due to chlorophyll it is green, creating a green pigmentation on the things that it’s in.
- Located in plants
Cell Wall
Protect the cell membrane and provides support aswell
Cell Membrane
- Separates the inside of the cell from its environment
- What allows things into the cell such as water and salt
- Contains the phospholipid bilayer
Phospholipids
- Created from phosphorus and Lipids.
- Contains a hydrophobic (scared of water) and hydrophilic (Likes water)
Cytoskeleton
- An extra support to the cell
- More developed in animals
Centrioles
- Play a role in cell division
- Only in animal cells
Passive Transport
- Does not require energy
- Follows the flow of the concentration gradient (High to Low)
Concentration Gradient
The difference of concentration between the high and low concentration