Cells Crossword

5. contain chemicals to break down large food particles into smaller ones; Recycle old cell parts
6. Cells control center that directs all of the cells activities and contains the DNA
8. very thin outer layer that controls what substances come in and out of a cell
10. capture sunlight and use it to produce food in plant cells
11. factories that produce proteins that are important to the cell function

1. a threadlike structure in a cell's nucleus that contains the cells DNA
2. The area between the cell membrane and the nucleus that contains a gel-like fluid and organelles
3. Carry proteins and other materials from one part of the cell to another
4. receives proteins from the endoplasmic reticulum packages them and sends them throughout the cell
7. storage area (food,water,waste)
8. rigid outer layer of nonliving material that surrounds plant cells and protects and supports the cell
9. "powerhouse", breaks down food particles to produce most of the cell's energy