The cell is a tiny but essential unit of life, functioning like a miniature city within our bodies. The cell membrane acts as a protective barrier, controlling what enters and exits. Inside, the nucleus serves as the control center, housing DNA that guides cell functions. Mitochondria are the power plants, generating the energy needed for the cell’s activities. Ribosomes act as protein factories, while the endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus handle the transport and packaging of molecules. Lysosomes keep things clean by breaking down waste. Together, these components work seamlessly to keep the cell—and us—functioning optimally.
