| A | B |
| nucleus | the control centre of the cell |
| chromosomes | genetic material found in the nucleus |
| mitochondria | where energy in the form of ATP is produced |
| ribosomes | where proteins are made |
| endoplasmic reticulum | transport system in the cell |
| golgi apparatus | packages up protein |
| lysosome | organelle that breaks down large molecules and cell parts |
| chloroplast | where photosynthesis occurs |
| cell membrane | semi-permeable; it controls what moves in and out of the cell |
| cell wall | protects and supports plant cells |
| vacuole | stores wastes, water, food |
| cytoplasm | jelly-like material found in all cells |
| Robert Hook | named the cell |
| Matthias Schleiden | discovered that plant parts are made of cells |
| Theodor Schwann | discovered that animal parts are made of cells |
| Anton van Leeuwenhoek | first to observe living cells |