parts of a cell

Question 1

Nucleus def

Answer 1

An organelle which contains the genetic material that controls the cell’s activities. It is surrounded by its own membrane

Question 2

Cell membrane def

Answer 2

This membrane forms the outer surface of the cell and controls the substances that go in and out.

Question 3

Cytoplasm def

Answer 3

A gel-like substance where most of the cell’s chemical reactions take place. It contained enzymes which control these reactions.

Question 4

Mitochondria def

Answer 4

• Small organelles where most of the reactions for aerobic respiration takes place.
• respirations transfers energy that the cell needs to work.

Question 5

Ribosomes def

Answer 5

Small organelles where proteins are made in the cell

Question 6

(PLANT) chloroplasts

Answer 6

• Photosynthesis happens here (which makes food for plants)
• chloroplasts contain a green substance called chlorophyll, which is used in photosynthesis.

Question 7

(PLANT) cell wall

Answer 7

• A rigid structure made of cellulose.
• It surrounds the cell membrane.
• it supports the cell and strengthens it.

Question 8

(PLANT) vacuole

Answer 8

A large organelle that contains cell sap (a weak solution of sugar and salts). It helps to support the cell.