Cell structures

Subdecks (5)

What do animal cells contain? 
Nucleus, Cytoplasm, Mitochondria, Cell Membrane
What is the function of a nucleus?
It contains DNA and controls the cell's activity.
What is the function of cytoplasm?
Cytoplasm is a gel like substance where chemical reactions occur.
What is the function of the mitochondria?
It is the site of cellular respiration and it contains enzymes which are needed for chemical reactions.
What is the function of the cell membrane? 
It holds the cell together and controls what goes in and out of the cell by providing a selective barrier. They contain receptor molecules that are used for cell communication.
What is the function of chromosomal DNA?
It is one long circular chromosome which controls the cells activities and replication. It floats in the cytoplasm.
What do plant cells have that animal cells do not?
Cell wall, chloroplasts.
What is the function of the cell wall? 
It provides support and it is made up of cellulose.
What are the functions of chloroplasts? 
They carry out photosynthesis (it's where it occurs) and they contain chlorophyll.