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Organelles and functions

Organelles are essentially the tiny organs of a cell, each having specific functions. An  organelle  is a compartment within a eukaryotic cellthat has a specific function. The name “organelle” comes from the idea that these structures are to cells what an organ is to the body. Typically, organelles are enclosed within their own lipid bilayers. They are essential for various cellular functions, including energy production, protein synthesis, and cell division. Importance of Organelles Just like an organism depends on organs for survival, a cell depends on organelles. Organelles play critical roles in: Maintaining Cellular Health : They perform specific tasks that are vital for the survival of cells. Energy Conversion : Organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts convert energyinto forms usable by the cell. Protein Synthesis : Organelles such as ribosomes are crucial in making proteins. History and Etymology The term “organelle” was coined in the late 19th century. The discovery of org