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Mitochondria |
These are complex organelles that convert energy from food into a form that the cell can use. They have their own genetic material, separate from the DNA in the nucleus, and can make copies of themselves. |
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Nuclear Membrane |
The nucleus is surrounded by a membrane called the nuclear envelope, which protects the DNA and separates the nucleus from the rest of the cell. |
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Nucleus |
Serves as the cell’s command center, sending directions to the cell to grow, mature, divide or die. It also houses DNA, the cell’s hereditary material. |
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Golgi Apparatus |
This packages molecules processed by the endoplasmic reticulum to be transported out of the cell. “Packager / Exporter” |
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Cell (Plasma) Membrane |
The outer lining of the cell, separates the cell from its environment, and allows materials to enter and leave the cell. “The Guard” |
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Centrioles |
Cylindrical structure composed of tubulin proteins made up of 9 sets of microtubule triplets. Plays a role in Cytokinesis → Mitosis |
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Endoplasmic Reticulum |
This organelle helps process molecules created by the cell. It also transports these molecules to their specific destinations either inside or outside the cell. “The Router” |
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Cytoplasm |
Within cells, it is made up of a jelly-like fluid (cytosol) and other structures that surround the nucleus. |
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Ribosomes |
These are organelles that process the cell’s genetic instructions to create proteins. These organelles can float freely in the cytoplasm or be connected to the endoplasmic reticulum. “Protein Makers” |
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Nucleolus |
The largest structure in the nucleus, made up of proteins and RNA, serves as the site where ribosomes are made (ribosome synthesis / assembly). Nucleoli also assemble signal recognition particles and play a role in cell response to stress. |
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Lysosomes and Peroxisomes |
These destroy toxic substances and recycle worn-out cell parts “The Cleaning Crew” |
