Word Bank: Cytoplasm, Ribosome, Mitochondria, Golgi apparatus or body, Lysosome,
Rough ER, Smooth ER, Plasma Membrane, and Nucleus.
Use the word bank and explain where these are located within a cell.
1. Nucleus: Located in the center of the cell, the nucleus contains the genetic material of the cell and controls cell activities.
2. Plasma Membrane: Surrounding the cell, the plasma membrane is a semi-permeable barrier that regulates the passage of materials in and out of the cell.
3. Cytoplasm: Filling the space between the nucleus and the plasma membrane, the cytoplasm is a gel-like substance where organelles are suspended.
4. Mitochondria: Found throughout the cytoplasm, mitochondria are responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration.
5. Golgi apparatus or body: Located near the nucleus, the Golgi apparatus processes, sorts, and packages proteins and other molecules for transport within or outside the cell.
6. Lysosome: Found throughout the cytoplasm, lysosomes contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.
7. Rough ER: Found throughout the cytoplasm, the rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is studded with ribosomes and is involved in protein synthesis and processing.
8. Smooth ER: Also found throughout the cytoplasm, the smooth ER is involved in lipid synthesis, detoxification, and calcium storage.
9. Ribosome: Found attached to the rough ER or floating freely within the cytoplasm, ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.