| A | B |
|---|
| nucleus | control center; dense area in center of cell containing nucleic acids |
| mitochondria | powerhouse; changes the energy in food into a energy the cell can use |
| ribosomes | where proteins are made |
| endoplasmic reticulum | passageways that transport protein from one part of the cell to another |
| Golgi body | mail room; receives, packages, and delivers protein to other parts of the cell |
| lysosome | clean up crew; contains chemicals that break down large food molecules and cell parts |
| chloroplast | captures sunlight to help the cell carry out photosynthesis occurs |
| cell membrane | semi-permeable; it controls what moves in and out of the cell |
| cell wall | surrounds the cells of plants; provides protection and support |
| vacuole | stores wastes, water, food |
| cytoplasm | gel-like material that is found between the cell membrane and the nucleus |
| cell | basic unit of structure and function in an organism |
| microscope | instrument that makes small obects appear larger |
| cell theory | widely accepted explanation of the relationship between cells and living things |
| organelle | tiny cell structures that carry out specific functions within the cell |
