Question

What is the term used for subcellular structures having characteristic forms and functions?

Answer 1

• The organelle is the term used for subcellular structure having characteristics forms and functions in the cell.
• The cell has to perform different functions with the help of its various membrane-bound organelles. For example, Mitochondria and the endoplasmic reticulum.
• Plasma membrane and other cellular membranes are also formed by endoplasmic reticulum.
• Mitochondria are sites of cellular respiration.