cell body Flashcards
cell wall
protects and supports the cell
cell membrane
“security fence”
contact point between the cell and its environment. it is SEMI-PERMEABLE, which means it lets something in/out, but not everything
nucleus
“boss of the factory”
contains nucleic acids like DNA, which controls all structure and function in the cell
cytoplasm
“the building”
other organelles are found in this gel matrix
mitochondria
“the powerhouse”
provides all energy for cell function and repair. molecules are broken down here and the energy stored in the chemical bonds is reeased
ribosomes
“the machines”
they provide the materials for function, repair, and communication
nucleolus
“the foreman”
under orders from the nucleus, supervises the production of ribosomes
vacuole
“store rooms”
provide storage of water and nutrients
endoplasmic reticulum
“the assembly line”
where proteins/product travels through the cell and have things added to finalize the product
lyosomes
“the janitor/security guard”
they clean up broken down organelles and waste, while protecting the cell against murders
golgi body
“the shipping department”
packages protein/products for export and/or movement
