Brain dump revision Flashcards
1
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Structures found in an animal cell
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- Nucleus
- Cytoplasm
- Membrane
- Mitochondria
- RER (Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum)
- Ribosomes
2
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Similarities between plant and animal cells
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- Has a membrane
- Cytoplasm
- Nucleus
- Mitochondria
- RER
3
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Differences between plant and animal cells
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- Plant cells have chloroplasts
- Plant cells have cell walls
- Plant cells photosynthesize
- Plant cells have one large vacuole
- Animal cells have small vacuoles
4
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Functions of parts of animal cells
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- Membrane: Controls movement of substances inside and outside of the cell
- Cytoplasm: Where chemical reactions take place
- Nucleus: Carries genetic info and controls what happens in the cell
- Mitochondria: Where most respiration happens
- Ribosomes: Produces protein ( Protein synthesis)
5
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Functions of parts of plant cells
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What animal cells contain +
- Cell wall: Supports the structure of the cell
- Vacuole: Keeps the cell firm, stores sugars + protein
6
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How root hair cells are adapted to perform their functions
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- Long and thin
- Large surface area
7
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How red blood cells are adapted to perform their functions
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- Contains hemoglobin
- No nucleus
- Very flexible + biconcave shape
8
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How ciliated cells are adapted to perform their functions
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- Thin layer of tiny moving hairs (Cilia)
