Cell structures Flashcards

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Nucleus

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contains genetic material (chromosomes). Control how cells grow and work
Controls cell division

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Cytoplasm

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Supports cell structures
site for chemical reaction
has many solutes and water

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cell membrane

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holds cell together

controls the substances that enter and exit the cell

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cell wall

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supports cell extra and defines its shape

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mitochondria

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powerhouse of the cell. site for aerobic respiration and provides energy for the cell.

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chloroplasts

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site of photosynthesis, provide energy for plant

has chlrophyll pigments to absorb light which is needed for photosynsthesis

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ribosomes

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Site of protein production in protein synthesis

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Vacuole

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has cell sap, storage of certain materials and helps support shape of cell.

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Difference of plant and animal cell

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Plant: has chloroplasts, cell wall and can photosynthesis, large central vacuole
animal: no chloroplasts or cell wall and cant make its own food. not large, central vacuole

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