Specialised Cells Flashcards
What are specialised cells?
Cells that have specific structures and functions tailored to perform particular tasks.
True or False: All cells in a multicellular organism are specialised.
False
Fill in the blank: Specialised cells develop from __________ cells.
stem
What is the primary function of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen throughout the body.
Which type of specialised cell is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses?
Neurons
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a specialised cell? A) Muscle cell B) Skin cell C) Stem cell D) Neuron
C) Stem cell
What specialised cell is responsible for photosynthesis in plants?
Chloroplasts in plant cells.
True or False: Muscle cells are specialised for contraction and movement.
True
What is the main role of epithelial cells?
To line surfaces and protect underlying tissues.
Fill in the blank: Specialised cells often have unique __________ that enable their specific functions.
structures
What type of specialised cell helps in the immune response?
White blood cells (leukocytes)
Multiple Choice: Which of the following cells is specialised for absorption in the intestines? A) Epithelial cells B) Neurons C) Muscle cells D) Red blood cells
A) Epithelial cells
What is the function of sperm cells?
To fertilize the egg during reproduction.
True or False: Specialised cells can revert back to stem cells.
False
What is the unique feature of cardiac muscle cells?
They are striated and involuntary, allowing for continuous heart contractions.
Fill in the blank: The __________ cell is specialised to store fat in the body.
adipocyte
What is the primary role of osteocytes?
To maintain bone tissue.
Multiple Choice: Which cell type is primarily involved in the secretion of hormones? A) Neurons B) Epithelial cells C) Endocrine cells D) Muscle cells
C) Endocrine cells
True or False: All specialised cells are derived from the same type of stem cell.
False
What are the two main types of muscle cells?
Skeletal and smooth muscle cells.
Fill in the blank: __________ cells are specialised for the production of antibodies.
B lymphocytes
What is the function of goblet cells?
To secrete mucus.
Multiple Choice: Which type of specialised cell is involved in the process of phagocytosis? A) Neurons B) Epithelial cells C) Macrophages D) Muscle cells
C) Macrophages
What type of specialised cell is responsible for the conduction of electrical impulses in the heart?
Pacemaker cells (sinoatrial node cells)
