We had to label and analyze the cell, and it was a really informative experience! First, we learned about the different parts of the cell, such as the nucleus, which acts as the control center and contains the cell's genetic material. The cell membrane surrounds the cell and controls what enters and exits. We also identified the cytoplasm, the jelly-like substance where all the organelles are located.
Next, we looked at the mitochondria, often called the powerhouse of the cell because they produce energy. The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) comes in two types: rough and smooth. The rough ER is studded with ribosomes and helps in protein synthesis, while the smooth ER is involved in lipid production. We also examined the Golgi apparatus, which packages and distributes proteins