The Cell

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Biology

Cells

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Nucleus

Control, process, and hold genetic material

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Cytoskeleton

Maintain internal support, allow for proper transport

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Ribosomes

Produce protein by following code written in DNA

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Endoplasmic Reticulum (rough/smooth)

Move proteins and lipids through the cell

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Golgi Apparatus

Carry protein out of cell into correct location

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Lysosome

Breakdown & clean up lipids, carbs, proteins, or cellular waste

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Cell Membrane

Lipid bilayer that separates the cellular components from the outer environment; controls entry & exit of the cell to maintain homeostasis

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Vacuole

Store water, proteins, carbs

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Cytoplasm

Gel-like substance that suspends organelle

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Mitochondria

Convert chemical energy into compounds more easily used by the cell; site of cellular respiration

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Chloroplasts

Convert solar energy obtained from the sun to be food stored in the plant cell; site of photosynthesis

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Cell Wall

Support, shape, and protect inner components of the cel