The nucleus contains the cell's DNA and sends messages controlling cell growth, division and death. The plasma membrane is composed of phospholipids and receptors that act as gatekeepers, communicators and fasteners. The cytoplasm, cytoskeleton, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, mitochondria and ribosomes each have important cellular functions like maintaining shape, producing energy, processing molecules and translating RNA to build proteins.
The nucleus contains the cell's DNA and sends messages controlling cell growth, division and death. The plasma membrane is composed of phospholipids and receptors that act as gatekeepers, communicators and fasteners. The cytoplasm, cytoskeleton, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, mitochondria and ribosomes each have important cellular functions like maintaining shape, producing energy, processing molecules and translating RNA to build proteins.
The nucleus contains the cell's DNA and sends messages controlling cell growth, division and death. The plasma membrane is composed of phospholipids and receptors that act as gatekeepers, communicators and fasteners. The cytoplasm, cytoskeleton, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, mitochondria and ribosomes each have important cellular functions like maintaining shape, producing energy, processing molecules and translating RNA to build proteins.
Nucleus - The nucleus is the cell's headquarters, containing
the majority of the cell's DNA and sending out messages to grow, divide, or die. Plasma Membrane - The plasma membrane is composed of phospholipids and contains a range of receptors, which act as gatekeepers, markers, communicators, and fasteners. Cytoplasm - The cytoplasm is the interior of the cell, containing important reactions. Cytoskeleton - The cytoskeleton is a flexible scaffolding that helps cells maintain their shape, division, motility, and cell signaling. Endoplasmic Reticulum - The ER synthesizes, folds, modifies, and transports proteins within the cell. Golgi Apparatus - The Golgi apparatus processes molecules, allowing them to be used inside or outside the cell. Mitochondria - Mitochondria convert food into energy, store calcium, and regulate cell death. Ribosomes - Ribosomes read RNA and translate it into proteins, either floating in the cytoplasm or attached to the ER.