Cell Organelles and Their Functions

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Powerhouse of the cell; produces ATP

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Mitochondria

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Site of photosynthesis in plant cells

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Chloroplast

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Contains genetic material (DNA)

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Nucleus

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Protein synthesis

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Ribosome

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Transports proteins and lipids; Rough ER has ribosomes

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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)

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Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins

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Golgi Apparatus

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Digests waste materials and cellular debris

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Lysosome

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Semi-permeable barrier; controls entry and exit of substances

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Cell Membrane

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Mitochondria

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Fill in the blank: The _______ is responsible for energy production in the cell.

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Nucleus

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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the control center of the cell.