FOCUS QUESTION

What are the main parts of a cell and what does each one do?

The map breaks this topic into its core concepts, connected by labeled relationships. Each link is written so it can be read as a complete statement — not just an unlabeled line between boxes.

Concepts and relationships

  • Animal Cell is enclosed by Cell Membrane.
  • Animal Cell contains Nucleus.
  • Animal Cell contains Mitochondria.
  • Animal Cell contains Ribosomes.
  • Animal Cell is filled with Cytoplasm.
  • Nucleus stores DNA.
  • Mitochondria produces ATP.
  • Ribosomes build Proteins.

How to read this map

Start at the cell and follow each connection outward to an organelle, then read how that organelle relates to what it makes or stores.

Learning objectives

  • Name the main organelles of an animal cell.
  • Match each organelle to its function.
  • Explain the roles of the nucleus, mitochondria and ribosomes.
  • Describe how structure supports function in a cell.
Review standard: Organelle names and functions were checked against standard secondary-school biology descriptions. Sources: OpenStax Biology 2e — Cell Structure.