B1 Cell Differentation And Specialisation

Question 1

Differentiation is what?

Answer 1

The process in which a cell changes to become specialised for its job.

Question 2

As cells change what do they develop and turn into?

Answer 2

They develop different sub cellular structures. They turn into different types of cells.

Question 3

What are undifferentiated cells called?

Answer 3

Stem cells

Question 4

The cells that differentiate in mature animals are used for what?

Answer 4

For repairing and replacing cells, such as skin cells or blood cells.

Question 5

Sperm cells are specialised for what?

Answer 5

For reproduction. To basically get male DNA to female DNA.

Question 6

Nerve cells are specialised for what?

Answer 6

For rapid signalling. The function of nerve cells is to carry electrical signals from one part of the body to another.

Question 7

Muscle cells are specialised for….

Answer 7

Contraction. The function of a muscle cell is to contract quickly.

Question 8

Root hair cells are specialised for…

Answer 8

Absorbing minerals and water. They are on the surface of the plants roots.

Question 9

Phloem and xylem are specialised for…

Answer 9

Transporting substances. In plants.