Animal cell organelles

Cell Membrane

Thin layer surrounding the cell, providing structure, protection, and regulating the passage of substances.

Cytoplasm

Fluid in which organelles are suspended, maintaining cell pressure and supporting cellular processes.

Mitochondria

Organelles known as the powerhouse of the cell, producing energy through cellular respiration.

Endoplasmic Reticulum

Network involved in lipid synthesis, protein modification, and transportation within the cell.

Golgi Body

Organelle responsible for packaging proteins and carbohydrates into vesicles for transport outside the cell.

Nucleus and Nucleolus

Control center of the cell, directing functions and containing DNA. Nucleolus aids in ribosome production.

Rough ER and Ribosomes

Rough ER with ribosomes bound to its membrane. Ribosomes are sites of protein synthesis.

Lysosome

Organelle functioning as the cell's digestive system, breaking down waste molecules.

Vacuoles and Vesicles

Vacuoles provide storage, while smaller vesicles transport materials into and out of the cell.

Centrosome and Centrioles

Centrosomes organize microtubules, and centrioles within them assist in cell division (mitosis).