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11 Cards in this Set
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Nucleus |
Control center of the cell, responsible for transmitting genetic info and providing instructions for protein aynthesis |
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Nucleolus |
Produces ribosomal RNA |
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Golgi apparatus |
Packages proteins |
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Rough ER |
Makes proteins that are secreted from the cell and produces cellular membranes |
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Smooth ER |
Functions in lipid metabolism; site of lipid and steroid hormone synthesis, and drug detoxification. |
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Lysosomes |
Membranous sacs containing acid hydrolases; sites of intracellular digestion |
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Mitochondria |
Power house of cell; produces cellular energy ATP |
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Centeioles |
Form basis of cilia and flagella |
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Cytosol |
Consists of water, ions, and many enzymes- some of these enzymes start the break of these nutrients |
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Plasma membrane |
External cell barrier |
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Peroxisome |
Toxic waste treatment facility; neutralize and remove toxic substances |
