Understanding Cell Organelles

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Nucleus

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Control center of the cell; contains DNA

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Mitochondria

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Powerhouse of the cell; produces energy (ATP)

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Ribosomes

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Protein synthesis

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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)

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Rough ER has ribosomes; Smooth ER synthesizes lipids

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Golgi Apparatus

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Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins

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Lysosomes

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Digestive enzymes; breaks down waste

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Chloroplasts

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Photosynthesis; found in plant cells

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Cell Membrane

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Semi-permeable; controls entry and exit of substances

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Cytoplasm

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Jelly-like fluid; holds organelles

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Vacuole

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Storage of substances; larger in plant cells