| A | B |
|---|
| organelles | subcellular parts with specific functions |
| nucleus | cellular control center |
| nuclear membrane | allows certain materials to enter and leave the nucleus |
| nucleolus | round organelle that is involved in RNA synthesis |
| ribosomes | site of protein synthesis |
| endoplasmic reticulum | channels from cell membrane to nucleus that are involved in storage and transport |
| cytoplasm | fluid-like; site of most organelles |
| vacuoles | used for storage, digestion; primarily in plants and protists |
| lysosome | sac containing digestive enzymes |
| mitochondrion | "Powerhouse of the cell" |
| Golgi apparatus | synthesizes, packages, sorts and secretes cellular products |
| cell membrane | separates cell from external environment; is semi-permeable |
| centriole | found in animal cells; functions during cell division |
| cell wall | nonliving; plant cells; supports and gives strength |
| chloroplast | contains green pigment chlorophyll used in photosynthesis |
