Cell Structures

Front

What is the process of maintaining a stable internal environment in a cell?

Back

Homeostasis

Front

What part of the cell is often referred to as 'the brain of the cell'?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What two structures do plant cells have that animal cells do not?

Back

Cell wall and chloroplast

Front

What is found in both plant and animal cells but is much larger in plant cells?

Back

Vacuole

Front

What is the main producer of ATP in all eukaryotic cells?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the role of the cell membrane?

Back

The cell membrane controls what enters and exits the cell.

Front

What structure provides support and protection to plant cells?

Back

Cell wall

Front

What is the function of chloroplasts?

Back

Chloroplasts are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

Front

What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell called?

Back

Cytoplasm