Cell Organelles

Front

Protective outermost layer of animal cells:

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Cell Membrane

Front

The _____________ holds the DNA, and controls the functions of eukaryotic cells.

Back

Nucleus

Front

Identify the structure that is indicated by the arrow in the image:

Back

Cell Wall

Front

An organelle that captures energy from sunlight to produce food in plant cells is ______________.

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Chloroplast

Front

If many of the ribosomes of a cell were destroyed, what effect would this most likely have on the cell?

Back

The cell would not be able to make proteins.

Front

What is the function of the mitochondria?

Back

Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

Back

The ER is involved in the synthesis of proteins (rough ER) and lipids (smooth ER).

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

Back

Lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

Front

What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

Back

The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into chemical energy.