A | B |
cell theory | living things are made up of one or more cells, cell is functional unit of life, & cells arise from exisiting cells |
cell membrane | selectively permeable membrane helps control balance |
nucleus | controls most functions carried out by the cell |
cytoplasm | the interior of the cell |
organelle | a structure that performs a specific function for the cell |
vacuole | a membrane bound storage unit |
cell wall | a thick outer covering that surrounds the cell membrane providing structure and support |
chloroplast | organelles that use light energy to make carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water |
diffusion | movement of substances from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration |
osmosis | diffusion of water through a semi-permeable membrane |
photosynthesis | process by which light energy is converted to chemical energy |
cellular respiration | process by which living organisms harvest energy from food |
mitochondria | organelle that harvests energy form organic compounds-make ATP |
nuclear membrane | membrane that surrounds nucleus of cell separating it from the cytoplasm |
DNA | genetic material of cell |
chromosome | thread-like structure found in the nucleus |
gene | segment of a chromosome |
cytoskeleton | network of filaments that is used for movement, shape, and cell division |
ribosomes | cellular structures where proteins are made |
endoplasmic reticulum | internal membranes that move proteins and other substances through cells |
chloroplasts | oganelles that use light energy to make carbohydrates |
lysosome | small, round, organelles, that contain the cells digestive enzymes |