Biology - Eukaryotes

Mitochondrion

“powerhouse” of the cell; synthesizes a lot of energy for the cell

Golgi Complex

sorts, modifies, and transports various synthesized protein across different region of the cell

Microfilament

smallest size; made up of thin rods of repeating actin proteins

Vacuole

storage, transport, and waste disposal

Microtubule 

maintain cell shape, provide structural support and act as tracks for intracellular transport 

Chloroplast

green organelles; functions as the location of photosynthesis in plant cells

Cytoplasm

fills cells, protecting and organizing their organelles and structure

Ribosome

tiny complex that makes proteins according to instructions from the genes; proteins are synthesized

Smooth endoplasmic reticulum  

a key organelle for lipid synthesis and detoxify harmful substances like drugs/alcoholR 

Rough endoplasmic reticulum

protein synthesis modification, and quality control for proteins destined for cell membrane

Plasma membrane

selective barrier; allows oxygen, nutrients, and waste to pass through

Cell wall

rigid structure outside the plasma membrane, surrounds, supports, and protects cells

Nucleolus 

synthesize and sub-structure that make ribosomes; ribosomes make proteins 

Nucleus

protect and store the cells genetic material and regulate activity

Flagellum

to propel the cell by rotating like a propeller

Lysosome

cells digestive system, breaking down waste materials

Centrosome 

organizing and directing chromosomal movement during mitosis M

Mitochondrion

generate ATP, the energy currency of the cell, through the process of ceullular respiration