Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
organelle
noun
/ɔːrˈɡæn.ɛl/
Definition
A specialized subunit within a cell that has a specific function.
Examples
- Mitochondria are an essential organelle involved in energy production.
- Chloroplasts are organelles found in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.
- The nucleus is an organelle that houses the cell’s DNA.
Meaning
Organelles are often referred to as the ‘cell organs’ because they carry out essential tasks necessary for the cell’s survival and functionality.
Synonyms
- cell component
- cell structure
- cell organ
