Cell structures and their function

A set of vocabulary flashcards defining cell organelles and their primary roles in plant and animal cells based on Science SY- $$2026$$ UNIT $$9.4$$ materials.

Mitochondria

Provide energy for plants and animal cells, structure responsible for carrying out respiration

Vacuole

These structures store energy that are coming into the cells during photosynthesis or respiration

Nucleus

This is the control center of all cells. It carries information for reproduction and directs all cell activities

Cell membrane

This is the outer covering of the plant and animal cells. water, air and food enter through the cell membrane and waste products are removed through this

Golgi bodies

Transport materials in the cell

Cytoplasm

Is a jelly like material that surrounds all parts of the cell within the membrane

Cell wall

A tough rigid outer layer that surrounds the cell membrane. It provides structural support shape and protection

Chloroplast

A structure or organelle responsible for carrying out photosynthesis