Functions of Organelles
Organelle
|
Function
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Nucleus
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contains genetic material, which controls the activities of the cell
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Cytoplasm
|
most chemical processes take place here, controlled by enzymes
|
Cell
membrane
|
controls the movement of substances into
and out of the cell
|
Mitochondria
|
most energy is released by respiration here
|
Ribosomes
|
protein synthesis happens here
|
Cell wall
|
strengthens the cell structure
|
Chloroplasts
|
Contains chlorophyll, which absorbs light energy for photosynthesis
|
Permanent vacuole
|
Filled with cell sap to keep the plant turgid, and contains waste
products.
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