Parts of a Cell and their Functions
cytoplasm
A jelly-like substance mostly made of water that lies between the nucleus and cell membrane. It aids the cell's movement and helps keep its shape
endoplasmic reticulum
A network of sacs responsible for manufacturing, processing, and transporting chemical compounds used by the cell
cell membrane
A protective layer around each cell that regulates what enters and leaves
golgi apparatus
A stack of membranes that collect and modify chemical compounds. It also packages compounds to be used in other parts of the cell or exported out of the cell
plastids
Carry out many functions such as photosynthesis, pigment synthesis, and food storage.
nucleus
Control center of the cell since it directs cell activity and DNA is in the nucleus
chloroplasts
Converts sun energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis.
nuclear membrane
Double layer surrounding and protecting the nucleus. It also allows things in and out of the nucleus
ribosomes
In the endoplasmic reticulum and cytoplasm. They make proteins
nucleolus
Inside the nucleus and contains RNA. it synthesizes ribosomes
cell wall
Outermost layer that surrounds the plasma membrane. It protects and supports the cell.
lysosomes
Small vesicles that contain enzymes and chemicals that help digest materials brought into the cell. Also they break down
vesicles
Store and deliver nutrients through cell and transports waste out of the cell. They are created by the golgi apparatus.
vacuoles
Stores water, salt, carbohydrates, and protein. It disposes of wastes.
mitochondria
The 'Powerhouse of the cell' that makes nutrients into energy that the cell can use
centrioles
The bundles of micro-tubules that play a role in organizing the movement of chromosomes during cell division