Cell Organelles and Their Functions
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Practice flashcards covering the functions of various organelles in plant and animal cells.
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What is the main function of the Nucleus in a cell?
It acts as the 'brain' of the cell and contains all DNA.
What organelle is referred to as the 'powerhouse' of the cell?
Mitochondria, which produce energy for the cell.
What is the role of Ribosomes in a cell?
They are the 'factories' that build proteins.
What is the function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (Rough ER)?
It is covered in ribosomes and is involved in protein building and folding.
What does the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (Smooth ER) produce?
It produces fats for the cell to use as messengers.
What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?
It acts as the 'post office' that ships proteins and fats made in the cell.
What is the function of the Cell membrane?
It serves as the 'border' of the cell, allowing certain things in and out.
What function do Chloroplasts serve in plant cells?
They act as the 'solar panel' that uses sun energy to build sugars.
What is the purpose of the Cell wall in plant cells?
It provides rigidity and structure to the cells.
