Specialised Cells Flashcards
What is a Specialised Cell?
A cell adapts to carry out a specific function.
Specialisation of cells leads to the formation of a variety of cells.
What are the 4 types of Specialised Cells?
Palisade
Sperm
Red Blood
Egg
Where are Palisade cells found and how are they adapted?
A plant leaf.
Lots of chloroplasts for photosynthesis.
Where are Sperm cells found and how are they adapted?
Human Tests.
It has a tail for swimming.
Where are Red Blood cells found and how are they adapted?
Human Blood.
Doesn’t have nucleus so no space to carry oxygen.
Where are Egg cells found and how are they adapted?
Human Ovaries.
Has a large store of food for growing embryos.
What is the flow diagram of Specialised Cells?
Cell
Tissue
Organ
Organ System
Organism