1. Cell organelles
Area where most of the genetic material is organized and expressed
Nucleus
Site of polypeptide synthesis
ribosome
Membrane that controls movement of substances into and out of the cell; site of cell signaling
plasma membrane
Site where macromolecules are degraded
lysosome
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Site of metabolic pathways
cytosol
Site where hydrogen peroxide and other harmful molecules are broken down
A complex of protein and DNA
chromatin
Structure that provides cell support
cell wall
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Double membrane that encloses the nucleus
Produce energy through the process of photosynthesis
Protein filaments that provide shape and movement
cytoskeleton
Passageway for molecules into and out of nucleus
Nuclear pore
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Site that provides storage and regulates cell volume
Site of protein sorting and secretion
Rough ER
Site of ATP synthesis in animal cells
mitochondria
Site of detoxification and lipid synthesis
smooth ER
Site of modification, sorting, and secretion of lipids and proteins
Site where microtubules grow, and centrioles are found
what are the differences in plant and animal cells?
plant cells have chloroplasts, central vacuole, and a cell wall
what organelles do all cells contain?
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