Cell Parts

Front

What is the term for all cellular contents outside the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?

Back

Cytoplasm

Front

What is the internal membrane system in eukaryotic cells where lipids are assembled?

Back

Endoplasmic reticulum

Front

What organelle captures energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

What is the function of lysosomes in a cell?

Back

Break down large molecules into smaller ones.

Front

What organelle stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates?

Back

Vacuole

Front

What is the primary function of the mitochondria?

Back

Convert chemical energy from food into ATP.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Synthesize proteins by translating messenger RNA.

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

Regulate what enters and leaves the cell.

Front

What is the purpose of the nucleus in a cell?

Back

Store genetic information and control cell activities.

Front

What is the role of the cytoskeleton?

Back

Provide structural support and shape to the cell.