Java Games: Flashcards, matching, concentration, and word search.

Science Functions of Cells

AB
cell membraneprotects inside of cell by separating from surroundings; most importantly, controls what enters and leaves the cell; prevents harmful substances from entering and keeps bad ones out
cell wallprovides support and protection for the cell, allowing the plant to grow upright; PLANTS
nucleusguides most of the cell's activities; DNA is stored here; directs cell production
cytoplasmwhere most cell process take place; most materials needed for growth are here; living
organelleseach organelle has a special job to do
mitochondriapowerhouse of the cell; make the energy from food available so the cell can use it to carry out its life processes
ribosomestiny round dark organelles; assemble proteins which are used for growth, repair, and control
endoplasmic reticulum (ER)form a network of tubes throughout the cell; is used to transport materials throughout the cell
Golgi bodycenter of manufacturing and shipping within the cell
lysosomebreak down large food molecules; garbage collectors
vacuolestore water and food materials; gets rid of and stores wastes
chloroplastscontain clorophyll; used for photosynthesis PLANTS


Emma Lepri

This activity was created by a Quia Web subscriber.
Learn more about Quia
Create your own activities