Specialised Cells

Question 1

Small intestine cell

Answer 1

Makes up the inner-lining of the small intestine and absorbs nutrients. Has microvilli to increase the surface area for absorption

Question 2

Red blood cell

Answer 2

Collects oxygen from the lungs and carries it around the body to cells so it can be used for respiration. Contains a chemical which helps it stick to oxygen molecules

Question 3

Egg cell

Answer 3

Female sex cell. Fertilised by a male sperm so it can be developed into a foetus (baby). Nucleus contains half a set of genetic material from the mother

Question 4

Sperm cell

Answer 4

Male sex cell. Fertilises a female egg cell so that it can develop into a foetus (baby). Nucleus contains half a set of genetic information from the father

Question 5

Nerve cell

Answer 5

Quickly sends and receives electrical messages to and from the brain and the nervous system. Has a long thin shape which makes it faster to send electrical impulses

Question 6

Root hair cell

Answer 6

Absorbs water and nutrients. Has long thin hairs that increase the surface area for absorption

Question 7

Palisade cell

Answer 7

Carries out photosynthesis. Contains chloroplasts for photosynthesis

Question 8

Xylem cell

Answer 8

Transports water and solutes from the roots to the leaves. Has a thick, strengthened cell wall