plant cells

Cards (17)

  • Chloroplast- convert light energy into relatively stable chemical energy via the photosynthetic process
  • cell wall- external layer that is specifically designed to provide structural support and rigidity
  • Microtubules-  extend throughout the cell providing it with proper shape and keeping the organelles in place
  • golgi vesicles- protein gets packed into them and gets sent to the cell membrane
  • Golgi apparatus- packs and modifies protein.
  • Nucleolus- a spherical structure found in the cell's nucleus whose primary function is to produce and assemble the cell's ribosomes
  • Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum- a cellular organelle composed of many folds of tissues and channels. It provides surface area for chemical reactions to take place. It is rough because its surface is covered in ribosomes.
  • Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum- makes cellular products like hormones and lipids.
  • Mitochondria- referred to as the powerhouse of the cell, they break down food into usable energy for cells. This energy source is called adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
  • Vacuole- acts as a storage space for water and other molecules in the cell.
  • cytoplasm-  a watery, gel-like substance made of mostly salt and water that provides a structure for the cell parts so they can move freely
  • cell membrane- a thin but tough wall surrounding the cell. It allows useful substances to enter the cell. But it blocks the entry of harmful substances.
  • Ribosomes- Site of protein synthesis in the cell.
  • Nucleus- contains genetic material and controls the activities of the cell.
  • Chlorophyl makes chloroplasts green
  • ER is making and shipping ribosomes around the inside of the cell
  • vacuole responsible for storing water waste and nutrients