Plant And Animal Cells Flashcards

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Cell Membrane

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Controls what enters and leaves the cell, e.g. Oxygen, Carbon dioxide, Glucose

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Nucleus

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A large structure that contains DNA - instructions for the building and working of the cell

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Cytoplasm

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A jelly-like substance that fills the cell - many reactions take place here

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Mitochondria

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Tiny structures where respiration takes place, releasing energy for cell processes

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Cell Wall

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The cell wall is made out of cellulose, and is tough so that it helps support the cell to keep its shape. A cell wall is only found in plant cells

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Central Vacuole

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This helps keep the plant cell rigid and contains cell sap

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Chloroplasts

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This is where photosynthesis takes place to make food for the plant cell

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