Define the word organelle?
1 Answer
Organelle = Specialized structure performing specific function.
Explanation:
Organelles are defined as specialized subunits of the cell that perform specific functions and are present within the cell.
Organelles can be membraneous or non-membraneous. The basic thing is that the cell assign specific task to each organelle present within it. And the organelle perform that particular job in so that a cell can carry out it's basic activities.
Some organelles along with their functions:
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Nucleus (Membraneous)
#to# Cell's brain . It stores genetic information, regulate almost all activities of cell including metabolism & growth. -
Ribosomes (Non-membraneous)
#to# Protein factories . Synthesize proteins. These proteins are vital for normal body functioning. -
Mitochondria (Membraneous)
#to# Power house of cell. The main role of mitochondria is to provide#"ATP"# in a process called cellular respiration. This#"ATP"# is energy currency for all the cellular activities salient to support life.
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