Parts of a cell Flashcards
1
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Nucleus
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Contains genetic material, which controls the cell’s activities.
2
Q
Cytoplasm
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Where a cell’s reactions take place eg respiration
3
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Mitochondria
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Where respiration occurs, which releases energy
4
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Ribosomes
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Where protein synthesis occurs
5
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Cell membrane
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Controls the substances in and out of a cell - ‘permeable’ to some (allows it in) but impermeable to others.
6
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Chloroplasts
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Contains chlorophyll which absorbs light as well as the enzymes for photosynthesis
7
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Vacuole
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Contains cell sap to keep cell turgid
8
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Cell wall
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Made from cellulose fibres and strengthens the cell to stop it from bursting with too much water.
