Organelles and Their Functions

Vocabulary flashcards covering the names and specific functions of cellular organelles as listed in the study guide.

Nucleus

Stores and protects cell's genetic material (DNA) and acts as the control center for cellular activities.

Nucleolus

Produces and assembles ribosomes.

Chromatin

Packages and protects DNA.

Cell/plasma membrane

Regulates what enters and leaves.

Ribosomes

Synthesizes proteins.

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum

Folds, modifies, and transports proteins.

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum

Synthesizes lipids and steroids.

Golgi Complex

Sorts, modifies, and packages proteins and lipids.

Vacuoles

Stores nutrients, water, and waste products to help maintain cellular balance.

Transport vesicles

Moves molecules between locations.

Cilia/flagella

Provide cell movement.

Cytoskeleton

Maintains cell shape.

Lysosome

Breaks down waste, foreign invaders, and worn out cell parts.