Cell Organelles and Functions

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Organelle

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Small body in a cell’s cytoplasm that is specialized to perform a specific function.

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Chloroplast

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Organelle where photosynthesis occurs.

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Cytoplasm

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A fluid-like substance inside of cells that holds organelles in place.

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Vacuoles

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Balloon-like cell organelle in the cytoplasm that can store food, water and wastes.

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Ribosomes

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A small round structure that makes proteins for a cell.

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Lysosomes

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A tiny organelle that contains enzymes specialized to break down ingested materials, secretions and wastes.

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Golgi Bodies

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Package and distribute proteins in the cells.