Ch 2 Test: Part D - Specialized Cells and Their Functions Flashcards
What is the function of this specialized cell: Red Blood Cells?
Red blood cells contain hemoglobin that carries oxygen in blood.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Muscle Cells?
Muscle cells are arranged in bundles called muscle fibres. They stretch and contract causing movement, like movement in bones.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Fat Cells?
Fat cells have a large vacuole to store fat molecules.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Skin Cells?
The first line of defense against viruses and bacteria, and prevents water loss and intake (through skin).
What is the function of this specialized cell: White Blood Cells?
White blood cells can move like an amoeba to engulf bacteria, viruses and fungi (essentially eat). They help fight infections and diseases.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Nerve Cells?
Nerve cells conduct electrical impulses to coordinate body activity.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Bone Cells?
Bone cells collect calcium from food and allow the growth and repair of bone. They build up bone around themselves, creating the body’s skeleton.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Sperm Cells?
Sperm cells carry DNA from the male parent.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Photophores Cells?
Photophores emit light.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Xylem?
Xylem transport water and dissolved minerals throughout the plant.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Phloem?
Phloem transport dissolved sugars (sap) throughout the plant.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Amyloplasts?
Amyloplasts store starches.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Epidermal Cells?
Epidermal cells on young roots have hairs that absorb water from the soil.
What is the function of this specialized cell: Photosynthetic Cells?
Photosynthetic cells (found in leaves) contain many chloroplast (which do photosynthesis).
