Cells, tissues and organs
- Created by: Ayesha
- Created on: 27-04-13 11:45
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Animal and Plant cells
Part Function
Nucleus Contains genetic material and controls the functions of the cell
Cytoplasm Chemical processes happen here
Cell membrane Controls the movement of substances into or out of the cell
Mitochondria Site for aerobic respiration
Ribosomes Site for protein synthesis
Plant cells: Extra Parts
Part Function
Cell wall Strengthens and supports the cell
Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll which absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis
Vacuole filled with cell sap to help keep the cell turgid
Specialised Cells
Sperm cell: Carries male genes to the egg and fertilises it.
- Contains many mitochondria to provide energy through respiration
- Has a streamlined shape and a long tail to propel it
- A large head for the nucleus
- Contains acrosome, a digestive enzyme…
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