Eukaryotic Cells

Cell membrane

• partially permeable

• Controls what enters and leaves the cell

Cytoplasm

• jelly like substance

• Where chemical reactions take place

Nucleus

• contains chromosomes (genetic material)

• controls cell activities

Mitochondria

• powerhouse of the cell

• site of cellular respiration where energy is released

Ribosomes

• site of protein synthesis

Vacuole

• stores water and cell sap (sugar, water waste)

Cell wall

• supports and strengthens the cell

• fully permeable

• gives its shape

Chloroplast

• contains chlorophyll

• site of photosynthesis