Types of Cells and Organelles Flashcards

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What are prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells are primitive and have a simple structure. They have no nucleus and the have no organelles.

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What are eukaryotic cells?

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Eukaryotic cells evolved from prokaryotic cells millions of years ago. They have a proper nucleus which holds the DNA and they have organelles that have specific jobs to help the cells reproduce, grow and metabolise.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus controls the activity of the cell through DNA and contains RNA. It has a double membrane and produces ribosomes.

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What is the endoplasmic reticulum?

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A network of flattened membrane-bound sacs located near the cell membrane or nucleus. Their role is to resynthesize proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and steroids.

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What is the difference between smooth are rough ER?

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Rough ER has ribosmes.

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What are ribosomes?

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They are made of protein and carry out photosynthesis.

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What is the mitochondria?

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The mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell. It is where cellular respiration takes place and glucose is made.

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What is the purpose of the Golgi Apparatus (Goldi Body)?

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They collect, sort, process and distribute enzymes, lipids, protein etc around the cell.

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What are lysosomes?

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Spherical sac that contains digestive enzymes. They fuse with food vacuoles to digest food and can also recycle dead or damaged cells.

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What is the cell wall?

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The cell wall encloses the cell membrane. It provides mechanical support and protection and is made of cellulose.

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What are Chloroplasts?

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Chloroplasts consist of matrix and flattened sacs. The contain chlorophyll (Green pigment) and photosynthesis occurs here.

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What is the vacuole?

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The central vacuole is only in the plant cell. They contain sap and water and storage space for the cell.

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