Chapter Seven: Cell Structure and Function Cells- A Look Inside

Cells: A Look Inside A cookie factory is like a cell. An analogy is a way of explaining something complicated using an easier example. A cookie factory is a good analogy for understanding all the ______ _____ & their ________.

Comparing cells to a factory Every cell part has a job or function. This chart shows how a _________ is like a cookie factory

The cell membrane and nucleus To make cell parts visible under a _________, you can apply a stain to the cells. ________ ______ is a stain often used to look at animal cells.

The cell membrane and nucleus The _____ __________ is a thin layer that separates the contents of the cell from its natural environment. It keeps the cell’s inside while letting cell products out. What is stained darker blue in each cell?

The cell membrane and nucleus The __________ is covered with a membrane that allows materials to pass in and out. It’s often called the “Control Center” of the cell because it contains ________. The nucleolus acts as a storage area for materials.

Organelles and their functions Mitochondria are called the “_______” of cells. They produce much of the ________ a cell needs to carry out its function.

Organelles and their functions A __________ the storage area of the cell. Vacuoles store, make, & protect products.

Organelles and their functions The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is a series of lines throughout the _________. They carry _______ from one part of the cell to another.

Organelles and their functions Ribosomes are the protein factories of the cell. When ribosomes make proteins, they release them into the ________.

Organelles and their functions ________ ________ receive proteins and other compounds from the nucleus. They use these materials and release them to other parts of the cell.

Organelles and their functions Lysosomes contain ______________ that can break things down. Lysosomes pick up bacteria, food, and _________ _________ and break them into small pieces that can be reused.

Organelles and their functions The __________ is a series of fibers made from proteins. It provides ______ to the cell and gives it its ________.

How plant cells are different __________ cells have chloroplasts, but _________ cells do not. A chloroplast is an organelle that contains a green pigment called chlorophyll.

How plant cells are different Plant cells have a large central ____________ that stores cell sap.

How plant cells are different Plant cells have a ________ ______, but animal cells do not. __________ __________ provide structure and support for the plant.