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cell organelle
Term | Definition |
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Lysosome | small round structure that breaks down large food molecules |
Ribosomes | protein making sites |
Nucleolus | called the "little nucleus" where ribosomes are produced |
Nucleus | control center of the cell |
Endoplasmic reticulum | Transport system of the cell; made up of tube-like passages |
Chloroplast | contains chlorophyll; nessisary for photosynthesis and found in only plants |
Nuclear membrane | protects the necleus and allows the material to pass in and out |
Mitochondria | provides energy for the cell |
Cell wall | supports and protects the cell; only found in plants cells |
Chromosome | responsible for passing traits of a cell to a new cell |
Cell membrane | controls movement of liquid in and out of the cell |
Cytoplasm | clear,thick jelly-like substance |
Vacuole | large,round,water-filled sacs in the cytoplasm;for storage |