Chapter 3: Cell Structures and Their Functions Flashcards
Specialized structures
Organelles
Organelle containing the cell’s genetic material
Nucleus
Living material that surrounding the nucleus
Cytoplasm
Cytoplam is enclosed by
Cell membrane or plasma membrane
Basic living unit of all organisms
Cell
Contains genetic material of cell (DNA) and nucleoli
Nucleus
Site of RNA synthesis and ribosomal subunit assembly
Nucleus
Site of protein synthesis
Ribosomes
Has many ribosomes attached; site of protein synthesis
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
Site of lipid synthesis; participates in detoxification
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
Modifies protein structure and packages proteins secretory vesicles
Golgi apparatus
Contains materials produced in the cell; formed by the Golgi apparatus;secreted by exocytosis
Secretory vesicle
Contains enzyme that digest material taken into the cell
Lysosome
Site of aerobic respiration and major site of ATP synthesis
Mitochondrion
Supports cytoplasm; assists in cell division and forms components of cilia and flagella
Microtubule
Facilitate the movement of chromosomes during cell division
Centrioles
Move substances over surfaces of certain cells
Cilia
Propel sperm cells
Flagella
Increase surface area of certain cells
Microvilli
Functions of the cell
Cell metabolism and energy use
Synthesis of molecules
Communication
Reproduction and inheritance
Chemical reactions that occur within cells are collectively called
Metabolism
Outermost component of a cell
Cell membrane
Encloses the cytoplasm and forms the boundary between material inside the cell and material outside it
Cell membrane
Substances outside the cell
Extracellular