science vocab section 2

this you need to study every time you go to science

cell membrane HELLO

A biological membrane that separates and protects the interior of a cell from its external environment, regulating the movement of substances in and out. HELLO

cytoplasm COOL

It acts to allow transport, maintain cell shape and structure, protection, storage and acts as the host to metabolic processes. COOL

cell wall BE

A rigid outer layer found in plant cells and some prokaryotes, providing structural support and protection. BE

organelle LOVE

A specialized structure within a cell that performs a specific function, such as energy production or protein synthesis. LOVE

nucleus PENCIL

The membrane-bound organelle that contains the cell's genetic material and controls cellular activities. PENCIL

chloroplast GOOD

An organelle found in plant cells that is responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy. GOOD

mitochondrion GIRL

An organelle found in eukaryotic cells that produces energy through cellular respiration, converting nutrients into adenosine triphosphate (ATP). GIRL

ribosome BOY

A cellular structure that synthesizes proteins by translating messenger RNA. BOY

end-plastic FEET

ic reticulum, a network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis. FEET

reticulum NAIL

A structure in cells that plays a critical role in the synthesis and transport of proteins and lipids. NAIL

Golgi Body PEN

An organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles. PEN

tissue BOOK

A group of similar cells that perform a specific function in the body. BOOK

organ EYES

A group of tissues that work together to perform a specific function in the body. EYES

magnify NOISE

To make an object appear larger than its actual size, often using lenses or other optical instruments. NOISE

Cell theory HAIR

The scientific theory that all living organisms are composed of cells, and that cells are the basic unit of life. HAIR

disease

Any condition that impairs normal bodily functions, often caused by pathogens, genetics, or environmental factors.

virus

A microscopic infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism, often causing disease.

host cell

ighly infectious agent that can only replicate inside a living host cell.