Analogies of Organelles
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What is the function of the cell wall?

  • Provides structure like a spine (correct)
  • Transports goods
  • Packages molecules
  • Cleans toxins
  • What does the plasma membrane do?

    Helps to get rid of toxins in the body

    What is the importance of the nucleus?

    It is the most important part of the cell for activity and growth

    What role does the nucleolus play?

    <p>It is in charge of the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ribosomes are made of _____ and protein.

    <p>RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum?

    <p>Carries proteins and transports molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Golgi apparatus do?

    <p>Packages molecules for storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do lysosomes do?

    <p>Digest or clean up lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of mitochondria?

    <p>Converts chemical energy to food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of chloroplasts?

    <p>Gets energy from the sun for photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do peroxisomes break down?

    <p>Fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the cytoskeleton provide to a cell?

    <p>Shape and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What assistance do centrioles provide?

    <p>Help organize cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of cilia and flagella?

    <p>Move liquid past the surface of the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cell Structures and Their Analogies

    • Cell Wall: Provides structural support similar to a spine, maintaining connection and integrity in organisms.
    • Plasma Membrane: Functions to eliminate toxins like the liver which detoxifies substances for excretion.
    • Nucleus: Acts as the control center of the cell, analogous to a heart, vital for life and growth of the organism.
    • Nucleolus: Comparable to a principal or dean, overseeing the cell's functions and activities.
    • Ribosomes: Small particles of RNA and protein dispersed throughout the cell, likened to bacteria present in various environments.
    • Endoplasmic Reticulum: Transports proteins and molecules within the cell, similar to a train carrying goods between destinations.
    • Golgi Apparatus: Packages and stores cellular molecules, akin to a suitcase that holds valuable items.
    • Lysosome: Responsible for digestion and cleanup of cellular waste, much like housemaids maintain cleanliness in homes.
    • Mitochondria: Converts chemical energy into usable food, analogous to hydropower plants generating energy from falling water.
    • Chloroplast: Harnesses solar energy for photosynthesis, similar to greenhouses utilizing sunlight to promote plant growth.
    • Peroxisome: Decomposes fatty acids and manages hydrogen peroxide production, akin to garbage disposals clearing waste.
    • Cytoskeleton: Provides shape and structural support for a cell, analogous to bones supporting soft tissue in an organism.
    • Centrioles: Facilitate organization during cell division, compared to binder dividers helping sort and manage documents.
    • Cilia and Flagella: Propel liquid across the cell's surface, enabling movement similar to an elevator facilitating vertical movement in buildings.

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