- Cell Membrane: The outer boundary of the cell that controls what enters and exits.
- Cytoplasm: The gel-like substance inside the cell where organelles are suspended.
- Golgi Body: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins for secretion or use within the cell.
- Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis; can be free in cytoplasm or attached to rough ER.
- Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum: Studded with ribosomes; synthesizes and processes proteins.
- Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum: Lacks ribosomes; synthesizes lipids and detoxifies chemicals.
- Vesicle: Small membrane-bound sac that transports materials within the cell.
- Nucleolus: Found inside the nucleus; produces ribosomes.
- Nucleus: Contains DNA and controls cell activities; surrounded by nuclear envelope.
- Mitochondrion: Produces energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.
- Lysosome: Contains digestive enzymes to break down waste and cellular debris.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of printable pictures of animal cells.
