Basic Biological Principles Vocab Review
Across
- 5. Specialized cell structure that performs a specific function.
- 7. ER Organelle covered with ribosomes, helps with protein synthesis.
- 9. Organelle in plant cells that carries out photosynthesis.
- 11. Gel-like substance inside the cell that holds organelles.
- 14. Hair-like structures that help the cell move or capture nutrients.
- 15. Storage organelle, especially large in plant cells.
- 17. Region in prokaryotic cells where DNA is found.
- 18. APPARATUS Organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins.
- 19. Process of maintaining a stable internal environment.
Down
- 1. ER Organelle that makes lipids and detoxifies the cell.
- 2. Structure inside the nucleus that makes ribosomes.
- 3. Type of cell that has a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
- 4. Molecule that carries genetic information.
- 6. Control center of the cell that houses DNA.
- 8. Type of cell that lacks a nucleus.
- 9. WALL Rigid outer layer found in plant cells and some bacteria.
- 10. VESICLE Small sac that transports materials out of the cell.
- 11. MEMBRANE Flexible barrier that controls what enters and exits the cell.
- 12. Organelle known as the "powerhouse" of the cell.
- 13. Tiny structures that build proteins.
- 16. Energy molecule used by cells.