Parts Of A Cell Flashcards
1
Q
Center part of the cell containing the DNA
A
Nucleus
2
Q
What does the repair unit in the cell do?
A
Proofreads and fixes any errors, which reduces chances of mutation.
3
Q
Copies and distributes DNA to the rest of the cell
A
RNA
4
Q
Energy factory of the cell
A
Mitochondria
5
Q
Energy currency
A
ATP
6
Q
Rough part makes protein; smooth part makes steroids
A
Endoplasmic reticulum
7
Q
Protein-making machines
A
Ribosomes
8
Q
Packages, tags, and distributes protein and fat out to other parts
A
Golgi apparatus
9
Q
Breaks down waste and damaged parts to be recycled
A
Lysosomes
10
Q
Makes enzymes to get rid of peroxides
A
Peroxisome
11
Q
Double layer of fat that surrounds the cell
A
Membrane
