| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Cytoplasm. | This is the jelly-like fluid that surrounds organelles. |
| Cell wall. | This is the hard cell cover found in plant & animal cells. |
| Cell membrane. | This is the outer covering of all cells. |
| Cytoskeleton. | This is a web of proteins inside the cytoplasm. |
| Nucleus. | This is the organelle that stores DNA, or genetic instructions. |
| Ribosomes. | These organelles make proteins. |
| Endoplasmic Reticulum. | This organelle makes protein, lipids, & other things & delivers it elsewhere in the cell. |
| Mitochondria. | This organelle converts food into ATP. |
| Chloroplasts. | These organelles have photosynthesis in plants & algae. |
| Golgi complex. | This organelle packs & distributes protein. |
| Vesicle. | This organelle moves things in a cell. |
| Lysosomes. | These organelles are vesicles responsible for digestion. |
| Vacuole. | This is the organelle that stores water & other materials. |
