Cell Membrane
Every cell is enclosed by a cell membrane. It controls the passage of materials in and out of the cell.
Nucleus
The control center of the cell. It contains the DNA code for the cell coiled into chromosomes.
Cytoplasm
All organelles reside (live and float around in) the cytoplasm.
Mitochondria
This organelle processes energy for a cell. It makes ATP.
(ATP = energy)
Involved in cellular respiration.
Golgi Complex
The protein packaging and transport center of the cell.
Has incoming and outgoing vesicles.
Ribosomes
Synthesizes proteins.
Present in the cytoplasm.
Present with Rough ER.
No membrane present.
Lysosome
Breaks down materials for digestion.
Contains special enzymes for digestion in the cell
Cell Wall
Rigid and strong wall.
Protects and maintains the shape of the cell.
Chloroplast (Plant Cell Only)
Contains chlorophyll.
Makes plants green.
Uses light energy to make ATP & sugars.
Photosynthesis takes place here.
Water Vacuole (Plant Cell Only)
Most plant cells have one large one.
Filled w/ fluid.
Helps maintains turgor pressure and shape of cell.