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B1 Cell Structure & Transport Flashcards

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Name 3 features a plant cell has that an animal cell doesn’t

A

Cell Wall
Permanent Vacuole
Chloroplasts

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What are the functions of ribosomes?

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Where proteins are made

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To control what enters and leaves the cell

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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Contains genes that controls the activities of the cell

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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Where respiration takes place, releasing energy for cell processes.

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Bacteria

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What is the general term for plants and animal cells?

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Eukaryotic cells

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What features do prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells have in common?

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Cell membrane

Cytoplasm

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Which features do prokaryotic cells have that differ to eukaryotic cells?

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No nucleus

Surrounded by a cell wall

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What is a flagellum?

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A tail that helps bacteria move

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What are plasmids?

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Extra circles of DNA in prokaryotic cells, containing extra genes not found in chromosomes

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What do bacteria have instead of a nucleus?

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A single chromosomal DNA loop

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What is the function of cilia?

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Ciliated cells line the trachea, using cilia to sweep mucus away from the lungs, sweeping away bacteria

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Name 3 specialised animal cells

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Ciliated Cells
Sperm Cells
Nerve Cells

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What is cell differentiation?

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Cells differentiate in a developing organism in order to form specialised cells

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How are root hair cells adapted to their role?

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A large vacuole to increase the rate of osmosis

Mitochondria to release energy for active transport

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How are xylem cells adapted to their role?

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Lignin to provide strength and support
No end walls so water and minerals can flow through the plant easily
Pits that let water and ions move out

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