Specialised Cells Flashcards
Which cell is specialised for reproduction?
A sperm cell is specialised for reproduction.
What is the function of a sperm cell?
The function of a sperm cell is to get the male DNA to the female DNA.
How is a sperm cell specialised?
A sperm cell is specialised because it has a long tail and streamlined head to help it swim to the head it has lots of mitochondria to do this as well as enzymes to digest through the egg membrane.
What is a nerve cell specialised for?
A nerve cell is specialised for rapid signalling.
What is the function of a nerve cell?
The function of a nerve cell is to carry electrical signals from one part of the body to another.
How is a nerve cell specialised?
Nerve cells are specialised because they are very long to cover large distances and have branched connections at their ends to connect other nerve cells and form a network through the body.
What is a muscle cell specialised for?
A muscle cell is specialised for contraction.
What is the function of a muscle cell?
The function of a muscle cell is to contact quickly.
How is a muscle cell specialised?
muscle cells are specialised because they are long to contract and have lots of mitochondria to generate energy for contraction.
What cell is specialised for absorbing water and minerals?
A root hair cell is specialised for absorbing waters and minerals.
Where are root hair cells found?
Root hair cells are found on the surface of plant roots.
How are root hair cells specialised?
Root hair cells are specialised because they grow into long hairs that stick out into the soil which gives the plant a big surface area for absorbing mineral ions and water from the soil.
What are phloem and xylem cells specialised for?
Phloem and xylem cells are specialised for transporting substances.
What do phloem and xylem cells form?
Phloem and xylem cells form phloem and xylem tubes which transport substances such as food and water around plants.
How do phloem and xylem tubes form?
To form phloem and xylem tubes the cells must be very long and joined end to end.
