Plant vs. Animal Cell Vocabulary

specialized structure that performs various function in the cell

Control Center

Stores nutrients and gives support

Powerhouse of the cell, produces energy.

Uses sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to make food by photosynthesis.

Modifies and packages proteins and carbohydrates into membrane-bound vesicles for export.

A rigid structure that surrounds the cell membrane

The membrane that protects the cell

break down worn-out or damaged organelles, wates materials, and foreign invaders.

Makes proteins

Synthesizes and packages proteins, and transports materials through the cell.