human cells

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Plasma membrane: Separates the internal components of the cell from the surrounding environment Essential to the life of the cell

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Separates the internal components of the cell from the surrounding environment Essential to the life of the cell

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Cytoplasm:

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Contains many suspended organelles or cell structures

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Nucleus

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Control center of the cell Regulates cell activity

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Nuclear membrane

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Protects the nucleus allowing in only specific

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Nucleolus

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Forms RNA and ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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containing DNA Known as the “power plant” of the cell

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Ribosomes:

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Protein synthesis for both internal and external use

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Endoplasmic reticulum

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Transports materials throughout the cell RER: Supports the synthesis and transport of proteins

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Golgi apparatus

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Packages and releases materials secreted by the cell for external use

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Lysosomes

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old cell

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Cytoskeleton

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Maintains the shape and structure of the cell Keeps organelles in place and moves them throughout the cell as needed

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Centrioles

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Participate in cell reproduction through the distribution of DNA to new cells

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Cilia

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Aid in the movement of substances along the surface of the cell

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Flagella

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Move the cell itself through a whip-like Motion