Cells and tissues Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of the nucleus?
A
it controls the cell.
2
Q
What is the function of the cell surface membrane?
A
It keeps the cell together and controls what goes in and out of the cell.
3
Q
What is the function of the cytoplasm?
A
This is where activities happen such as respiration.
4
Q
What is the function of the chloroplast?
A
It traps sunlight for photosynthesis.
5
Q
What is the function of the cell wall?
A
It provides support.
6
Q
What is the function of the vacuole?
A
It provides storage space.
7
Q
In animals, muscle cells change shape to do what?
A
To move things.
8
Q
In plants, root hair cells take in what?
A
Water.
9
Q
In animals, what do the fat cells do?
A
Store fat.
10
Q
In plants, what do xylem cells do?
A
Carry water.
