Cell Membrane: Made of
phospholipids and proteins.
Retain cell contents, controls what enters cells, recognises molecules & gives cell some support
- Nucleus: control centre of the cell.
- · Contains a double membrane with nuclear pores
- · Contains DNA & a definite number of chromosomes depending on organism
- · Genes randomly located on chromosomes & inform cell how to make certain proteins
- · Chromatin: chromosomes when they are not dividing
Nucleolus: Area in the nucleus where
ribosomes are made
Cytoplasm: Liquid that surrounds the nucleus. Organelles are suspended in it.
Mitochondria: Supplies energy to the cell. Where
respiration takes place. More mitochondria = more energy
Ribosomes: Bead-like structures
made of RNA & protein. They
make protein by combining a sequence of amino acid
