❣️Cell Structure and Function

Fill-in-the-blank practice flashcards for human cell structures and their specific functions.

The plasma membrane (cell membrane) is described by the __________ model.

fluid mosaic

The Cell Structure Picture

Cytoplasm consists of a semi-fluid substance called cytosol and __________.

organelles

The nucleus is covered by a nuclear envelope, and its nucleolus is responsible for __________ synthesis.

rRNA

Chromatin located inside the nucleus consists of __________.

DNA and proteins

Smooth ER is primarily responsible for __________.

lipid synthesis

Rough ER is primarily responsible for __________.

protein synthesis

Mitochondria are responsible for energy (__________) production.

ATP

The Golgi apparatus functions to modify, package, and ship __________.

secretory proteins

Vacuoles function in storage and __________.

transport

Lysosomes are cell organelles involved in autophagy and __________.

autolysis

Peroxisomes function in chemical digestion, lipid synthesis, and __________.

beta oxidation

Ribosomes are organelles responsible for __________.

protein synthesis

Centriole/centrosome components function during __________.

cellular division

Proteasomes function to __________.

degrade cell proteins

Cellular structures that function to move substances are called __________.

Cilia

In human cells, only __________ have flagella for motility.

sperm cells

Microvilli are cellular structures that __________.

increase surface area

The cytoskeleton helps support the cell, maintain its shape, and provides __________ for many organelles and molecules.

anchorage

To produce motility, the cytoskeleton interacts with __________.

motor proteins