Animal Cell Functions Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Assembles proteins

Surrounds the cell (correct)

Stores energy

Controls cell division

What is the role of the centrosome?

Performs a key role in cell division.

What does the cytoplasm store?

Healthy things for the cell.

What are the functions of the Golgi body?

Stores, packages, and distributes proteins and lipids. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of lysosomes?

Breaks up and recycles waste materials. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of mitochondria?

Converts food energy into usable energy for the cell. Signup and view all the answers

What does the nuclear membrane do?

Controls what enters and leaves the nucleus. Signup and view all the answers

What is contained within the nucleolus?

All the DNA of the cell. Signup and view all the answers

What is the nucleus responsible for?

Controls all cell activity. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of ribosomes?

Assembles the proteins of the cell. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the rough endoplasmic reticulum play?

Transports chemicals between and within cells. Signup and view all the answers

What are the functions of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

Synthesis of lipids and metabolism of carbohydrates. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the vacuole?

Maintains fluids, removes wastes, stores food. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cell Membrane

Consists of a thin layer of protein and fat.
Semipermeable, allowing selective passage of substances into and out of the cell.

Centrosome

Unique to animal cells, crucial for cell division.

Cytoplasm

Acts as a storage for essential nutrients and healthy components of the cell.

Golgi Body

Functions to store, package, and distribute proteins and lipids produced in the endoplasmic reticulum.

Lysosome

Contains enzymes to break down and recycle waste materials within the cell.

Mitochondrion

Converts food energy into usable energy for cellular functions, providing energy to the animal.

Nuclear Membrane

Double-layered membrane surrounding the nucleus, regulating the entry and exit of substances.

Nucleolus

Houses all cell DNA and plays a role in constructing ribosomal RNA, essential for protein synthesis.

Nucleus

Serves as the control center for all cellular activities and functions.

Ribosome

Responsible for assembling proteins, playing a crucial role in cellular metabolism.

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)

Facilitates the transport of chemicals within and between cells, often associated with ribosomes.

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER)

Involved in lipid synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism, calcium ion regulation, drug detoxification, and receptor attachment on cell membranes.

Vacuole

Maintains cell fluids, removes waste, stores ingested food, and provides structural support to the cell.

Description

Test your knowledge of key components and functions of animal cells with these flashcards. Learn about the cell membrane, centrosome, cytoplasm, and more. Perfect for biology students looking to enhance their understanding of cellular structures.