Cell-ebration: A Biochemical Block Party!

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Across
  1. 2. Organelle found in plant cells where photosynthesis occurs.
  2. 3. Molecule that stores and transfers energy within cells.
  3. 6. Organelle responsible for breaking down waste in the cell.
  4. 9. Lacks ribosomes and synthesizes lipids.
  5. 11. Molecule that carries genetic instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms.
  6. 12. Network of fibers that provides structural support to the cell.
  7. 16. Organelle that detoxifies harmful substances and breaks down fatty acids.
  8. 17. Diffusion of water through a selectively permeable membrane.
  9. 19. Biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions in cells.
  10. 20. Organelle known as the powerhouse of the cell.
  11. 22. Rigid structure surrounding plant cells, providing support and protection.
Down
  1. 1. Large storage organelle, especially prominent in plant cells.
  2. 4. Semi-permeable barrier that controls what enters and exits the cell.
  3. 5. Studded with ribosomes and helps in protein synthesis.
  4. 7. Network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.
  5. 8. Process by which cells engulf large particles or other cells.
  6. 10. The movement of molecules from an area of high concentration to low concentration.
  7. 13. apparatus Organelle that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins.
  8. 14. Structure that synthesizes proteins in the cell.
  9. 15. Microtubule-organizing center important for cell division.
  10. 18. Gel-like substance inside the cell where organelles are found.
  11. 21. Organelle that contains the cell's genetic material.