Plant Cell, Plant Cell Vocabulary

Ribosomes

made of protein and RNA. They convert genetic material into protein.

Nucleus

An organelle that contains most of the cell's genetic material. It regulates cell growth and metabolism.

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum

An organelle with the function of manufacturing hormones and lipids (fats)

Cytoplasm

A gel-like substance within the cell, that holds the other parts in place and all the parts within the cell wall excluding the nucleus.

Nucleolus

Made of RNA and proteins, it transcribes and modifies RNA.

Mitochondria

An organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur.

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum

Manufactures enzymes and proteins.

Cell

The basic unit of life.

Vacuoles

These organelles store materials such as water, salts, proteins, and carbohydrates

Nuclear Membrane

This organelle controls what goes in and out of the nucleus.

Cell Wall

A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane and provides support to the cell.

DNA

Deoxyribonucleic acid, a self-replicating material which is present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.