Cells

8. __ is the division of a cell resulting in two genetically identical daughter cells.
10. __ are responsible for breaking down cellular waste and debris.
11. The process of creating proteins from mRNA is called __.
12. __ carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes for protein synthesis.
13. __ is the genetic material that contains instructions for all cellular activities.
15. __ requires cellular energy to move molecules against their concentration gradient.
18. The __ is the site of protein synthesis in the cell.
19. The cell membrane is __, allowing only certain substances to pass through.

1. A __ is a structure composed of DNA and proteins that carries genetic information in a condensed form.
2. __ are responsible for energy production in the cell through cellular respiration.
3. The __ is involved in modifying, packaging, and distributing proteins within the cell.
4. __ are membrane-bound sacs that store water, nutrients, or waste products in plant cells.
5. The __ is often called the control center of the cell, containing genetic material.
6. The movement of molecules across the cell membrane without using cellular energy is called __.
7. The building blocks of proteins are called __.
8. __ is a type of cell division that results in four genetically diverse haploid cells.
9. In animal cells, __ play a crucial role in cell division by organizing microtubules.
14. The process of creating mRNA from DNA is called __.
16. The __ is a network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis.
17. A set of three nucleotides that codes for a specific amino acid is called a __.