Cell structure Flashcards

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Explain the fuction of: NUCLEUS

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Stores genetic information/ controls cell activities

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Explain the fuction of: CYTOPLASM

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Site of chemical reactions

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Explain the fuction of: CELL MEMBRANE

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Controls entry and exit of materials

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Explain the fuction of: MITOCHONDRION

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Site of aerobic respiration

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Explain the fuction of: RIBOSOME

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Site of protein synthesis

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Explain the fuction of: CELL WALL

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Gives shape and support to the cell and stops it bursting due to osmosis (made of cellulose).

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Explain the fuction of: CHLOROPLAST

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Site of photosynthesis

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Explain the fuction of: VACUOLE

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Stores water and minerals, and when full it pushes outwards against the wall to help provide support.

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9
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What: Stores genetic information/ controls cell activities?

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Nucleus

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10
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Where is the: Site of chemical reactions?

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Cytoplasm

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What: Controls entry and exit of materials?

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Cell membrane

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12
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Where is the: Site of aerobic respiration?

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Mitochondrion

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13
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Where is the: Site of protein synthesis?

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Ribosome

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What: Gives shape and support to the cell and stops it bursting due to osmosis (made of cellulose)?

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Cell Wall

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15
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Where is the: Site of photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast

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16
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What: Stores water and minerals, and when full it pushes outwards against the wall to help provide support?

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Vacuole

17
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What type of cell doesn’t have a nucleus?

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Bacteria