organelle (Meaning)
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organelle (n)
a specialized part of a cell; analogous to an organ
Synonyms & Antonyms of organelle
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organelle Sentence Examples
- The nucleus is the central organelle of the cell, controlling its activities.
- Mitochondria are organelles responsible for energy production in the cell.
- Ribosomes, small organelles, play a crucial role in protein synthesis.
- The Golgi apparatus is an organelle involved in the modification and packaging of proteins.
- Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles containing digestive enzymes that break down waste materials.
- Vacuoles serve as storage organelles, containing various substances such as water, nutrients, and waste products.
- Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells that carry out photosynthesis.
- The endoplasmic reticulum, an extensive network of membranes, facilitates protein synthesis and transport.
- Peroxisomes are small organelles that detoxify harmful substances and metabolize lipids.
- The centrosome is an organelle that organizes microtubules and plays a role in cell division.
FAQs About the word organelle
a specialized part of a cell; analogous to an organ
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The nucleus is the central organelle of the cell, controlling its activities.
Mitochondria are organelles responsible for energy production in the cell.
Ribosomes, small organelles, play a crucial role in protein synthesis.
The Golgi apparatus is an organelle involved in the modification and packaging of proteins.
