ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

CELLULAR ANATOMY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
An internalized cell structure that performs specific activities for the cell is known as a(n);
A
Ribosome
B
mitochondrion
C
organelle
D
nucleus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An organelle is a tiny cellular structure that performs specific functions within a cell. Organelles are embedded within the cytoplasm of cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -An organelle (think of it as a cell’s internal organ) is a membrane bound structure found within a cell. Just like cells have membranes to hold everything in, these mini-organs are also bound in a double layer of phospholipids to insulate their little compartments within the larger cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -A cell consists of three parts: the cell membrane, the nucleus, and, between the two, the cytoplasm. Within the cytoplasm lie intricate arrangements of fine fibers and hundreds or even thousands of miniscule but distinct structures called organelles.

Detailed explanation-4: -Organelles are defined as intracellular membrane-bound structures in eukaryotic cells, usually specialized for a particular function.

Detailed explanation-5: -Listen to pronunciation. (OR-guh-NEL) A small structure in a cell that is surrounded by a membrane and has a specific function.

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