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Cells Vocabulary -- Set #2

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cell membraneHolds the inner parts of the cell together. A protective barrier that surrounds the cell.
cell wallA rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane and provides support to the plant cell.
chloroplastThis is where photosynthesis takes place. Contains chlorophyll which allows plant cells to make their own food.
cytoplasmA watery gel that supports the cell’s other parts, called organelles.
endoplasmic reticulumWeb of tubes and pouches that extend throughout the cell. Acts as a delivery system for materials to travel throughout the cell.
mitochondriaConverts the energy in food into a form a cell can use to grow, divide, and do its work.
nucleusCell’s command center. It contains DNA. It controls all of the cell’s activities.
ribosomeMakes proteins for the cells. Proteins are needed for cell growth and repair.
vacuoleLike tiny storage tanks, holding and releasing materials that the cell needs.
lysosomeThis part contains digestive enzymes that destroy worn out or damaged organelles, wastes and invading particles.
prokaryotea single celled organism that does not have a nucleus. Example: Bacteria and Archea
eukaryoteAn organism made up of cells that have a nucleus. Example: Animals and Plants
unicellularAn organism made up of one cell.
multicellularAn organism made up of more than one cell



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