cell structures and definitions Flashcards
what is the nucleus?
the place of the cell where the DNA is kept that controls the cell
what is the mitochondria?
the place of the cell where respiration occurs
what is the membrane?
the place around the cell that controls what leaves and enters the cell
what is the ribosome?
the place of the cell where proteins are made
what is the cytoplasm?
the place of the cell where most of the cell’s chemical reactions occur
what is the vacuole? (plant cell)
the place of the cell where the sap (sugars, salts, and water) are stored, they help maintain the water balance
what is the cell wall? (plant cell)
the place of the cell that gives the plant extra support, strength and protection, they are made of cellulose
what is the chloroplast? (plant cell)
the place of the cell where photosynthesis occurs in chlorophyll
what is plasmid DNA? (bacterium cell)
the place of the cell that kills other cells and helps the cell to survive
what is the flagella? (bacterium cell)
the place of the cell that enables it to move
what is the chromosomal DNA - the main DNA? (bacterium cell)
the place of the cell that contains it’s genetic material - NOT the nucleus
what is the capsule (slime)? (bacterium cell)
the place of the cell that protects the cell from ingestion or destruction from white blood cells
