Functions of 15 organelles of a cell:

 



Here are the functions of 15 organelles of a cell:

  1. Plasma Membrane: The plasma membrane is a selectively permeable membrane that separates the cell from its environment and regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell 
  2. Cytoplasm: The cytoplasm is a gel-like substance that fills the cell and contains all the organelles.
  3. Nucleus: The nucleus is the control center of the cell that contains genetic material and regulates gene expression
  4. Endoplasmic Reticulum: The endoplasmic reticulum is a network of membranes that transport proteins and lipids throughout the cell 
  5. Mitochondria: Mitochondria are organelles that produce energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration 
  6. Plastids: Plastids are organelles found only in plant cells that are involved in photosynthesis and storage
  7. Ribosomes: Ribosomes are organelles that synthesize proteins
  8. Golgi Apparatus: The Golgi apparatus is a stack of membranes that modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for transport
  9. Microbodies: Microbodies are organelles that contain enzymes involved in metabolic processes 
  10. Cytoskeleton: The cytoskeleton is a network of protein fibers that provides structural support to the cell and helps with cell movement
  11. Cilia and Flagella: Cilia and flagella are hair-like structures that extend from the surface of the cell and are involved in movement 
  12. Centrosome and Centrioles: The centrosome is an organelle involved in cell division, while centrioles are cylindrical structures within the centrosome that help with cell division .
  13. Vacuoles: Vacuoles are membrane-bound sacs that store water, nutrients, and waste products 
  14. Lysosomes: Lysosomes are organelles that contain enzymes involved in breaking down waste materials and cellular debris 
  15. Peroxisomes: Peroxisomes are organelles that contain enzymes involved in breaking down fatty acids and amino acids, as well as detoxifying harmful substances 


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