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Core cell organelles

Diagram of a Core cell organelles with detailed info.

Some organelles are found in virtually every eukaryotic cell. These organelles have key roles that are important to all cells, such as making energy available and synthesising proteins.

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Published: 29 February 2012Updated: 5 September 2025Size: 1.31 MB
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