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  • Cell Organelles: Structure, Function & Examples
    The small membrane-bound structures inside a cell are called organelles.

    Here are some examples of organelles:

    * Mitochondria: The "powerhouses" of the cell, responsible for generating energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.

    * Endoplasmic reticulum (ER): A network of interconnected membranes involved in protein synthesis, lipid metabolism, and detoxification.

    * Golgi apparatus: Processes and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.

    * Lysosomes: Contain enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris.

    * Peroxisomes: Contain enzymes that detoxify harmful substances and break down fatty acids.

    * Vacuoles: Large, fluid-filled sacs that store water, nutrients, and waste products.

    * Nucleus: Contains the cell's genetic material (DNA) and controls cellular activities.

    These organelles work together to maintain the cell's structure, function, and overall survival.

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