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Cell Structure Flashcards

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1
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What does the nucleus do?

A

Contains genetic material that controls the activities of the cell.

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What happens in the cytoplasm?

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Chemical reactions take place here.

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What does the cell membrane do?

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Holds the cell together and controls what goes on and out of the cell.

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What does the mitochondria do?

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Respiration.

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What does the cell wall do?

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Made of cellulose, supports and strengthens cell.

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What does the permanent vacuole do?

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Full of cap, makes cell rigid.

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What happens in the chloroplasts?

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Photosynthesis.

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What is the function of Palisade cells?

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Photosynthesis

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What is the function of root hair cells?

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Absorb water and minerals

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What is the function of guard cells?

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Regulate the rate of transpiration

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What is the function of xylem cells?

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Transport water up the stem

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What is the function of epidermal cells?

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Protect the leaf surface

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What is the function of fat cells?

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Store energy

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What is the function of neurone cells?

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Nervous communication

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What is the function of gland cells?

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Release enzymes and hormones

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What is the function of muscle cells?

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Movement

17
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What is the function of sperm cells?

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Fertilise the egg

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What is the function of red blood cells?

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Carry Oxygen

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What is the function of egg cells?

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When fertilised grows into an embryo

20
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What do ribosomes do?

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Protein synthesis

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