Cells Vocab

1. the form or outline of an object
9. The “powerhouses” of the cell.
11. having the ability to control or influence people or things
12. the organ of the body in the head that controls functions, movements, sensations, and thoughts
14. very small
15. the part of a cell that contains the genes (DNA) which control how an animal or plant grows and what it becomes
17. the central part of most cells that contains genetic material and is enclosed in a membrane
20. one of two equal or nearly equal parts into which something can be divided
21. having life : living : not dead
22. take (something) away from a place
24. a space or vesicle within the cytoplasm of a cell, enclosed by a membrane and typically containing fluid.
25. the mark that is made by pressing the tip of a finger on a surface
26. a device that is used to control the flow of water from a pipe

2. two things that are the same and are meant to be used together
3. the natural outer layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or animal
4. to become larger : to increase in size, amount, etc.
5. something (such as a hammer, saw, shovel, etc.) that you hold in your hand and use for a particular task
6. a substance necessary for plants, animals, and people to live and grow
7. the material or protoplasm within a living cell, excluding the nucleus.
8. part of a cell that performs a specific task
10. an object (such as a box or can) that can hold something
13. to cause (something) to flow in a steady stream from or into a container or place
16. to let something (such as a liquid or gas) in or out through a hole in a surface
18. either one of a pair of strings that are attached to an apron and are used to keep it close to your body — usually used figuratively
19. a thin sheet or layer
20. having good health : not sick or injured
23. a device used to see very small objects
25. to give food to (someone or something)