Animal and Plant Cells Flashcards

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What three organelles do plant cells have that animal cells don’t have?

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All plants cells have a Cell wall (made of cellulose), some plant cells have Chloroplasts, or A permanent vacuole

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What organelles do plant and animal cells both have?

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Nucleus, Cytoplasm, Cell membrane, Mitochondria, Ribosomes

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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Controls the acivities of the cell and contains genetic material

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What is the function of the cytoplasm?

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Where most of the chemical reaction needed for life take place

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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Controls the passage of substances such as glucose and mineral ions into the cell. And the passages of substances out of the cell

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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Where aerobic respiration takes place, releasing energy for the cell

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What is the function of the ribosomes?

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Where protein synthesis takes place, making all proteins needed in the cell

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What is the function of a cell wall (made of cellulose) ?

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Strengthens the cell and gives it support

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What is the function of chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts are green because they contain the green substance chlorophyll. They absorb light so the plant can make food by photosynthesis

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What is the function of a permanent vacuole?

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A space in the cytoplasm filled with cell sap. This is important for keeping the cells rigid to support the plant

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