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What is the function of ribosomes?
What is the function of ribosomes?
Makes proteins, site of protein synthesis
What does the endoplasmic reticulum do?
What does the endoplasmic reticulum do?
Transports and packages and other biological molecules. Detoxifies drugs and poisons
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
Receives transport vesicles from ER, modifies ER products.
What does the mitochondria do?
What does the mitochondria do?
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What does the chloroplasts do?
What does the chloroplasts do?
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What is the function of the cell wall?
What is the function of the cell wall?
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What does the vacuole do?
What does the vacuole do?
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What is the function of the vesicle?
What is the function of the vesicle?
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What is the function of the microfilaments?
What is the function of the microfilaments?
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What is the function lysosomes?
What is the function lysosomes?
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What is the function of a centriole?
What is the function of a centriole?
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What is the difference between rough ER and smooth ER?
What is the difference between rough ER and smooth ER?
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Study Notes
Cell Organelles
- Ribosomes: Synthesize proteins; can be free or attached to rough ER.
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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Transports and processes proteins and lipids.
- Rough ER: Contains ribosomes; synthesizes proteins.
- Smooth ER: Detoxifies drugs and poisons, synthesizes lipids/steroids.
- Vesicles: Cellular packages holding materials, transported from ER to Golgi.
- Vacuoles: Stores materials, provides cell shape.
- Golgi Apparatus: Modifies ER products; produces lysosomes; packages secretory vesicles.
- Mitochondria: Converts glucose energy into ATP (energy).
- Chloroplasts: Converts solar energy to chemical energy stored in glucose.
- Cell Wall: Provides shape, support, and protection for the cell (plant cells only); rigid mesh of cellulose fibers.
- Microfilaments: Part of the cytoskeleton; support and shape, position, and transport organelles, and strength; assist in cell division and movement.
- Lysosomes: Contain digestive enzymes to break down worn-out cell parts or substances.
- Centrioles: Located in centrosomes; aid in DNA division; help form cilia and flagella.
- Centrosomes: Contain centrioles; aid in cell division.
- Cilia and Flagella: Cellular projections involved in movement.
- Cell wall: Provides shape, support, and protection for plant cells; rigid mesh of cellulose fibers.
Cellular Processes
- Proteins (synthesis): Ribosomes manufacture proteins.
- Protein transport: Vesicles move proteins between ER, Golgi, and other organelles.
- Digestion: Lysosomes break down cellular waste and foreign matter using enzymes.
- Energy production: Mitochondria generate ATP from glucose.
- Photosynthesis: Chloroplasts in plant cells convert solar energy into glucose.
- Material storage (vacuoles): Vacuoles store nutrients, water, and waste products.
Organelle Location
- Plant cells contain chloroplasts and a cell wall; animal cells do not.
- Ribosomes and lysosomes are present in both plant and animal cells.
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Test your knowledge on various cell organelles and their functions with this quiz. Explore the roles of mitochondria, chloroplasts, endoplasmic reticulum, and more. Discover how these structures contribute to the overall function of the cell.
