Organelles Flashcards
(17 cards)
1
Q
Mitochondria
A
ATP synthesis
2
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Smooth er
A
Lipid synthesis
3
Q
Ribosomes
A
Protein synthesis
4
Q
Chloroplasts
A
Glucose synthesis
5
Q
Nucleus
A
Houses genetic material
6
Q
Nucleolus
A
Ribosome synthesis
7
Q
Nuclear membrane
A
Double layer that encloses the nucleus
8
Q
Cytoskeleton
A
Shape and movement of the cell
9
Q
Lysosomes
A
Low pH and degrades molecules
10
Q
Peroxisomes
A
Breaks down hydrogen peroxide and used in cell apoptosis
11
Q
Cell wall
A
Outer covering of a plant cell
12
Q
Cell membrane
A
Outer layer of an animal cell
13
Q
Glycocalyx
A
Outer viscous covering of a bacteria cell
14
Q
Golgi body
A
Modifies, sorts, and secrets proteins
15
Q
Rough er
A
Sight of protein synthesis where sorting and secreting occur
16
Q
Vacuoles
A
Necessary for storage of food and waste
17
Q
Chromatin
A
Complex of proteins and DNA in nucleus
