Question

instructions: match the organelle on the left with its correct definition on the right. write the letter of the definition in the blank space.
organelle definition
_____ 1. nucleus a. a rigid outer layer of the plant cell that provides support and protection.
_____ 2. mitochondria b. the organelle that captures energy from sunlight and converts it into food (photosynthesis).
_____ 3. cell membrane c. the \powerhouse\ of the cell; it converts food into energy (atp) through cellular respiration.
_____ 4. cell wall d. a flexible barrier that surrounds the cell and controls what enters and leaves the cell.
_____ 5. chloroplast e. the \control center\ of the cell; it contains the cells genetic material (dna)

Explanation:

The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and is the control - center, so it matches with E. Mitochondria are the power - house of the cell and convert food into energy, matching with C. The cell membrane is a flexible barrier controlling what enters and leaves the cell, matching with D. The cell wall is a rigid outer layer in plant cells providing support and protection, matching with A. Chloroplasts capture energy from sunlight and convert it into food through photosynthesis, matching with B.

Answer:

1. E
2. C
3. D
4. A
5. B