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| Membrane bound organelle found in most eukaryotes. Often called the "powerhouse". Site of cellular respiration. |
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| Semi-fluid substance inside the cell that cushions and protects the cell. (the jello) |
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| Carryout protein sythesis (makes essential proteins) in the cell. |
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The "factory". Responsible for processing essential nutrients through the cell.
Rough ER contains ribosomes for protein.
Smooth ER has no ribosomes and contains lipids. |
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| Provides the internal framework and support of the cell. Important for cell movement and cell division. |
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| The "control center". Contains DNA of the cell. |
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| Regulates what enters and exits the cell. Is semipermeable. |
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| ONLY IN PLANT CELLS!!!! Aids in the support of the plant cell as well as controlling what enters the cell. |
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| The filter or "liver" of the cell. Holds excess water and organic molecules. |
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| Through hydrolysis, these digestive sacs breakdown macromolecules inside the cell. "the garbage disposal" |
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| The "post office" ships proteins made in ER and ribosomes throughout the cell. |
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| ONLY IN PLANT CELLS!!!! Site of photosythesis. Use the sun, water and CO2 to produce energy. |
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