Yr 10 Biology - Specialised Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What 3 additional parts do plant cells have that animal cells don’t?
A
Cell wall, chloroplasts, vacuole
2
Q
What is a plant cell wall made of?
A
Cellulose
3
Q
What is the role of the cell wall?
A
Strength and protection
4
Q
What is the vacuole filled with?
A
Cell sap
5
Q
What is the role of the chloroplasts?
A
Produce energy through photosynthesis
6
Q
What is the green pigments in chloroplasts?
A
Chlorophyll
7
Q
List some specialised cells and tissues:
A
Sperm, nervous, muscle, root hair…
8
Q
What is the name of the process by which cells become specialised?
A
Cell differentiation
9
Q
Which type of cells tend to keep their ability to differentiate into adulthood : Plant cells or Animal cells?
A
Plant cells
10
Q
Why is cell division important in mature animals?
A
Growth, repair and reproduction
