Cell Structure and Function

Nucleus

Controls the cell’s activities; contains DNA (BOTH)

Ribosome

Makes proteins (BOTH)

Mitochondria

Produces ATP (energy) through cellular respiration (BOTH)

Chloroplast

Performs photosynthesis to make glucose (PLANT)

Cell wall

Provides structure, protection, and support (PLANT)

Cell membrane

Controls what enters and leaves the cell (BOTH)

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)

Modifies and transports proteins; has ribosomes attached (BOTH)

Golgi Apparatus

Packages, modifies, and ships proteins and lipids (BOTH)

Cytoplasm

Jelly-like material that holds organelles and is the site of many chemical reactions (BOTH)

Lyosome

Breaks down waste, old cell parts, and digests materials (ANIMAL)

Central Vacuole

Stores water, nutrients, and helps maintain pressure in plant cells (PLANT)