Cell Organelles

and their

Function

Thin layer that protects the cell

Cell Membrane

Cell WallProtects and supports the cell

Prduces proteinsRibosomes

CytoplasmHolds and moves things around in the cell

With ribosomes, helps make protein

Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum

Smooth Endoplasmic ReticulumMakes lipids; helps remove

harmful substances

Releases energy during a chemical reaction

Mitochondria

NucleusContains genetic information and controls the cell

Makes ribosomesNucleolus

ChromosomesStructure that holds DNA DeoxyriboNucleic Acid

Stores food, water, and waste

Vacuole

Golgi BodyPrepares proteins for their function

Helps break down and recycle cellular componets

Lysosomes

ChloroplastsContains chlorophyll that is used to produce sugar food for plants