AS Cell Organelle Notes

Nucleus

The 'control centre' of the cell through protein synthesis. Controls the functions of the other organelles.
Contains the genetic material (DNA) in the form of chromosomes



Mitochondria

Convert glucose into ATP. Respires aerobically for the cell. Ribosomes are 70s.



Ribosomes

Smallest of the cell organelles. 80s found in eukaryotic,…

Surrounded by a single membrane called the tonoplast. Used for storage & supports plants by making the
cells turgid. May contain pigment with colour (beetroot) to attract pollinators.



Chloroplasts

Carry out photosynthesis and are selfreplicating. Fluid filled centre called stroma. Stacked flattened sacks
called grana



Cell Wall

ONLY in plant…