B1.1.1 - Plant And Animal Cells Flashcards
What are the structures inside a cell called?
Subcellular structures
What are the 2 main types of cells called?
Eukaryotic and prokaryotic
Which is bigger - eukaryotic or prokaryotic?
Eukaryotic
Where do eukaryotic cells keep their genetic material?
Nucleus
Where is the genetic material in a prokaryotic cell?
Cytoplasm
What is the size range for eukaryotic cells?
10 micro meters - 100 micro meters
What is the size range for prokaryotic cells?
1 micro meter - 10 micro meters
What are the functions of the nucleus?
- controls the activities of the cell
- contain the organism’s genetic material
- contain instructions to make new cells or organisms
What is a eukaryotic cell’s genetic material organised as?
Chromosomes
What determines a cell’s appearance and functions
Chromosomes
What is the cytoplasm?
A ‘jelly-like’ substance where chemical reactions occur to keep the cell alive
Name the features and functions of mitochondrion
- where respiration occurs
- where special protein molecules (enzymes) enable glucose and oxygen to react together
- this transfers vital energy to the organism
What allows oxygen and glucose to react together?
Special protein molecules (enzymes)
What 2 reactants create very important energy for its organism?
Glucose and oxygen
What is the cell membrane?
- A selective barrier that controls which substances pass into and out of the cell
- it contains receptor molecules