plant and animal cells

• Nucleus contains genetic information.
• Cytoplasm is a jelly-like substance where all the chemical reactions take place.
• Mitochondria is where aerobic respiration occurs, producing energy needed for the cell to function.
• Ribosomes is responsible for protein synthesis.
• Cell membrane holds the cell together and controls what goes in and out of the cell.
• Permanent vacuole contains cell sap and stores water.
• Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll that absorbs light for photosynthesis.