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What is the control center of the cell? Nucleus What does the nucleus contain? DNA (genetic material) What is the function of the nucleolus? Makes ribosomes What are ribosomes responsible for? Protein synthesis What is the jelly-like substance inside the cell? Cytoplasm What is the function of the cell membrane? Controls what enters and leaves the cell What organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell? Mitochondria What do mitochondria produce? ATP (energy) What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum? Makes and transports proteins Why is the rough ER called "rough"? It has ribosomes attached to it What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum? Makes lipids and detoxifies substances What is the function of the Golgi apparatus? Packages and ships proteins and other materials What are lysosomes responsible for? Breaking down waste and worn-out cell parts What is the function of vacuoles? Storage of water, nutrients, and waste What is chromatin? DNA and proteins found in the nucleus What is the function of centrioles? Help during cell division What gives the cell its shape and support? Cytoskeleton Which organelle modifies proteins before they leave the cell? Golgi apparatus Where are proteins made? Ribosomes Which organelles work together to make and transport proteins? Ribosomes, Rough ER, and Golgi apparatus