Simple properties of animal and plant cells Flashcards
1
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Ribosomes
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Where protein synthesis takes place
2
Q
Nucleus
A
Controls cell activities and contains genetic material
3
Q
Cytoplasm
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Chemical reactions occur here
4
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cell membrane
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Controls the passage of substances into and out of the cell
5
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Mitochondria
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Energy is released and transferred here
6
Q
cell wall
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Provides structural support to the plant
7
Q
Vacuole
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Filled with cell sap. Keeps the cell rigid to support the plant
8
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Chloroplasts
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Contains chlorophyll which absorbs light energy to make food by photosynthesis
9
Q
Chlorophyll
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Vital for photosynthesis, which allows plants to absorb energy from the light
