Across
- 3. breaks down excess or worn-out cell parts
- 5. synthesizes proteins
- 8. encloses and protects the cell's DNA within the nucleus, separating it from the cytoplasm and regulating the movement of substances in and out of the nucleus
- 10. abbreviation, assembles and transports proteins, esp. to the Golgi
- 12. stores various substances within a cell, including water, nutrients, and waste products
- 13. produces and assemble the cell's ribosomes
- 14. provides structural support, shape, and protection to the cell
- 15. abbreviation, synthesizes and transports lipids, esp. to the Golgi
Down
- 1. produces the energy necessary for the cell's survival and functioning
- 2. processes and packages proteins and lipid molecules, especially proteins destined to be exported from the cell
- 4. holds the components of the cell and protects them from damage
- 6. produce energy through photosynthesis
- 7. organizes microtubules that serve as the cell's skeletal system
- 9. a barrier that selectively controls what enters and exits a cell
- 11. stores and protects the cell's genetic material (DNA)
