Organelles

Front

Which organelle uses energy from sunlight to make sugar?

Back

Chloroplasts

Front

What organelle stores food and water like a refrigerator for the cell?

Back

Vacuole

Front

What controls what enters and leaves a cell?

Back

Cell membrane

Front

Which organelle contains DNA and is known as the control center for the cell?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the rigid layer that lies outside the cell's membrane?

Back

Cell Wall

Front

What is the function of mitochondria in a cell?

Back

Mitochondria produce energy through cellular respiration.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the function of lysosomes?

Back

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

Front

What is the purpose of the endoplasmic reticulum?

Back

The endoplasmic reticulum is involved in the synthesis of proteins and lipids.

Front

What is the function of the cytoplasm?

Back

Cytoplasm is the jelly-like substance that fills the cell and holds organelles in place.