Cells

3. network of protein filaments within some cells that helps the cell maintain its shape
4. captures the energy from sunlight & uses it to make its own food
8. the very center of the nucleus that holds chromosomes and makes ribosomes
10. stores materials such as water, salts, proteins, & carbohydrates
11. Path along where molecules, especially proteins, move from one part of the cell to another
14. membrane that surrounds the nucleus like an envelope to protect genetic material.
15. amino acids hook together to make proteins here
17. powerhouse of the cell

1. contains the cell’s genetic material
2. structure that helps to organize cell division
5. helps make and package materials from the ER to be transported out of the cell
6. thin, flexible barrier around a cell; controls what enters & exits the cell
7. strong, supporting layer around the cell membrane in plants,
9. has ribosomes
12. filled with digestive enzymes that can break down certain materials
13. no ribosomes
16. gel-like material inside the cell that surrounds & protects the cells’ organelles