Organelle Functions

Ribosomes

protein synthesis

DNA

genetic information

cell membrane

filter between intracellular and extracellular environments

cell wall

maintains cell shape

flagella

allows cells to navigate their environment

cytoplasm

fluid in unoccupied spaces that holds organelles in their place

mitochondria

produces ATP

chloroplast

site for photosynthesis

central vacuole

miscellaneous storage for the cell

actin cytoskeleton

aids in cytoplasmic streaming/stirring

microtubules

aids in movement of chromosomes during cell division

rough ER

adds carbohydrates to proteins

smooth ER

detoxifies toxins

golgi body

modifies all macromolecules

vessicles

aids in bulk transport

nucleus

genetic storage

cilia

create movement within cell

lysosome

breaks down old organelles

extracellular matrix

structural support for cell