List 5 features of an animal cell and the function they have within the cell

Nucleusoften referred to as 'brain' of the cellStores the DNA/genetic materialControls cellular processes within the cellMitochondriaOften referred to as the 'powerhouse' of the cellGenerates energy for the cellDifferent numbers of mitochondria for different cells energy needsPlasma/Cell Membrane Acts as a barrier keeping cell components enclosedControls substances entering and leaving the cellProvides structure to the cellRibosomeSite of protein synthesis Uses instructions from DNA/ genetic material to make proteins Cytoplasm Cellular space holding other components of the animal cellSite of key cellular reactionsContains proteins and other key molecules (like RNA)

Potential to draw diagram or label a pre-drawn diagram with features mentioned above. Alternatively could be a comparison between plant and animal cells.

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