The cell is like a factory – Flashcards
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cell membrane
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protective outer cover of all cells & controls what goes in and out of cell - door security guard , gate, gloves
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cytoplasm
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gelatin-like mixture that flows inside the cell membrane - factory floor or jelly with food silly bans
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organelle
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structure in the cytoplasm, which performs a specific function - workers, machinery,employees
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nucleus
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directs all cell activities and contains DNA (genetic material) - boss
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ribosomes
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small structure that makes protein for cell activities - protein machine
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ER
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folded membranes that moves materials around in cell (rough or smooth) - conveyor belt
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golgi body
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packs and delivers substances inside a bubble called a vesicle - packaging, shipping
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Vesical
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package from golgi body that goes in or out of cell - boxes
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Mitochandria
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releases energy stored in food- electric generator
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vacuole
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temporary storage fro water, waste, food and other cell materials - trash can, barrel
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lysosome
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recycles worn out cell parts, breaks down food molecules and cell waste - maintenance/custodians
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cell wall
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rigid structure that protects and supports the cell (in plants and bacteria) - factory wall
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chloroplast
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converts the sun's energy to food; green organelle contains chlorophyll - solar panels
