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| Nucleus |
Double membraned structure containing cellular DNA organized into chromosomes
Function: Storage and processing of genetic material |
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| Mitochondria |
Double membraned structure filled with metabolic enzymes
Function: Converts 95% of organic energy into cellular energy (ATP) |
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| Peroxisomes |
Vesicles containing degradative enzymes
Function: Catabolism of fats and other organic compounds |
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| Lysosomes |
Vesicles containing digestive enzymes
Function: Intracellular removal of damaged organelles and /pathogens |
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| Golgi Apparatus |
Stacks of flattened membranes (saccules)
Function: Storage, alteration, and packaging of newly synthesized proteins |
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| Endoplasmic Reticulum (Smooth) |
Network of membranous channels (cisternae)
Function: Lipid and carbohydrate synthesis without ribosomes attached |
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| Endoplasmic Reticulum (Rough) |
Network of membranous channels with attached ribosomes
Function: Modification and packaging of newly synthesized proteins |
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| Ribosomes |
RNA and protein structures (attached to endoplasmic reticulum and free in cytoplasm)
Function: Protein synthesis |
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| Cilia |
Mobile membrane extensions containing microtubules
Function: Movement of materials over cell surface |
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| Centrioles |
Microtubule subunits
Function: Essential for the movement of chromosomes during division (form the spindle apparatus), organize cytoskeleton |
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| Microvilli |
Non mobile membrane extensions containing microfilaments
Function: Increase surface area to facilitate absorption of extra-cellular materials |
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| Cytoskeleton (Microtubules and Microfilaments) |
Proteins organized in filaments
Function: Strength and support, movement of cellular structures and materials |
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| Cytosol |
Fluid component of cytoplasm
Function: Distributes materials by diffusion |
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| Cell Membrane |
Lipid bilayer, containing phospholipids, steroids, and proteins
Function: Isolation, protection, sensitivity support, control of entrance/exit materials |
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