Animal Cell, Basic Functions of Animal Cell Organelles: A Simple Guide.pptx

Basic Functions of Animal Cell Organelles: A Simple Guide

1. Animal Cell

2. What is an animal cell ? Animal cells are like tiny building blocks for animals. They have a middle part called the nucleus, which keeps important information. Animals, plants, and some small creatures are all made of these cells. Many cells in animals work together to make body parts. There are different types of cells doing different jobs, like nerve cells or muscle cells. Even though cells can look different, they are kind of similar. Animal cells help animals keep their shape, get energy from food, and move around.

3. Animal Cell Organells Diagram

4. Nucleus Components

5. Basic Functions of Animal Cell Organelles Nucleus : The nucleus is like the brain of the cell, directing what happens. It contains genetic information (DNA) for making proteins that control cell activities. The DNA and proteins form chromosomes. The nucleus oversees cell activities, including growth and division (mitosis ). Cell Membrane: The cell membrane is a fence around the cell. It controls what goes in and out, protecting the cell. All cell parts are enclosed within the cell's membrane. Cytoplasm : The cytoplasm holds cell parts (organelles) and helps maintain the cell's shape. It has a cytoskeleton and gel-like fluid (cytosol ). Mitochondria : Mitochondria supply energy to the cell through aerobic respiration. They convert nutrients into energy (ATP) for cell functions. Ribosomes: Ribosomes are the cell's manufacturing department. They use information from RNA to create proteins that provide structure and support. Lysosome: Lysosomes are the waste disposal and recycling center . They break down old proteins and remove waste from the cell. Vacuole: Vacuoles store food, water, and waste like lockers. They have a role similar to lysosomes. Centrosome: The centrosome organizes cell division, acting like an event planner. It contains centrioles, which help with cell duplication. Endoplasmic Reticulum: The endoplasmic reticulum is like the cell's bakery, making proteins. There's rough ER (processing proteins) and smooth ER (synthesizing lipids, producing hormones, and removing toxins). Golgi Apparatus: The Golgi apparatus is the delivery service or mailroom. It takes processed proteins and lipids from the endoplasmic reticulum and distributes them within or outside the cell.

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