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Cell Types and Structures

AB
NucleusControl center for eukaryotic cells; contains DNA
NucleolusWhere ribosomes are made
Nuclear membraneControls what moves in and out of nucleus
CytoplasmJelly-like fluid that is found between cell membrane and nucleus
Cell/plasma membraneControls what moves in and out of cell
RibosomesMake proteins
Rough endoplasmic reticulumTransports proteins; has ribosomes on it
Smooth endoplasmic reticulumMakes and transports lipids
Golgi apparatusPackages and sorts proteins
LysosomeContains enzymes that breakdown molecules in the cell
VacuoleStorage area for water and other substances; very large in plants
MitochondriaConverts food molecules into useable energy for the cell
ChloroplastConverts radiant energy into chemical energy for plant cells
CytoskeletonProvides internal support for cell
Cell WallSupport that surrounds plant cells; made of cellulose
EukaryotesHave a nucleus; plant and animal cells
ProkaryotesHave DNA, but NO nucleus; bacteria
OrganelleMini-organ; membrane enclosed structure with a specific function
CellSmallest unit of life
PhospholipidsMain component of cell membrane
Contractile vacuoleSpecialized structure for removing excess water
FlagellaWhip-like structure used for movement


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