This simple cartoon shows general similarities and differences between eukaryote and prokaryote cells.
Image courtesy of Windows to the Universe
Organelles of Eukaryotic Cells
Below is a list of organelles that are commonly found in eukaryotic cells.
Organelle |
Function |
Nucleus |
The “brains” of the cell, the nucleus directs cell activities
and contains genetic material called chromosomes made of DNA. |
Mitochondria |
Make energy out of food |
Ribosomes |
Make protein |
Golgi Apparatus |
Make, process and package proteins |
Lysosome |
Contains digestive enzymes to help break food down |
Endoplasmic Reticulum |
Called the "intracellular highway" because it is for transporting
all sorts of items around the cell. |
Vacuole |
Used for storage, vacuoles usually contain water or food. (Are you are
thirsty? Perhaps your vacuoles need some water!) |
Plant cells also have: |
Chloroplasts |
Use sunlight to create food by photosynthesis |
Cell Wall |
For support |
Last modified April 13, 2004 by Lisa Gardiner.
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