Cell Parts and Functions Set

nucleus

the control center of the cell that contains genetic material

cell

the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms

organelle

a specialized structure within a cell that performs distinct functions

cell wall

a rigid outer layer that provides support and protection to plant cells

cell membrane

the semi-permeable barrier surrounding the cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out

ribosome

makes proteins, found on the endoplasmic reticulum or in cytoplasm

mitochondria

the powerhouse of the cell, generating ATP through cellular respiration

vacuole

a storage organelle that holds various substances, such as nutrients and waste products, in plant and animal cells

lysosome

an organelle that contains digestive enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris

endoplasmic reticulum (ER)

a network of membranes within the cell that assists in the production, processing, and transport of proteins

chloroplast

a membrane bound organelle in PLANT cells that is responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy

cytoplasm

the gel-like substance within a cell that contains organelles