Thanks to visit codestin.com
Credit goes to www.scribd.com

Scribd
Upload
15 views2 pages

Cell Structure and Function

Cells are the fundamental units of life, with organisms being either unicellular or multicellular. There are two main types of cells: animal and plant cells, which have similar structures but distinct differences, such as the presence of cell walls and chloroplasts in plant cells. Key cell components include the cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes, vacuoles, and specialized functions that support life activities.

Uploaded by

He's Jon Keith
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
15 views2 pages

Cell Structure and Function

Cells are the fundamental units of life, with organisms being either unicellular or multicellular. There are two main types of cells: animal and plant cells, which have similar structures but distinct differences, such as the presence of cell walls and chloroplasts in plant cells. Key cell components include the cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes, vacuoles, and specialized functions that support life activities.

Uploaded by

He's Jon Keith
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 2

Cell Structure and Function

CELL STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

A cell is the basic unit of life. All living organisms are made up of cells. Some organisms are made of

only one cell (unicellular), like bacteria, while others are made of many cells (multicellular), like

humans and plants.

TYPES OF CELLS

1. Animal Cells

2. Plant Cells

They have many similar parts, but also some differences.

MAIN PARTS OF A CELL AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

- Cell membrane: Controls what enters and leaves the cell (acts like a gate).

- Cytoplasm: Jelly-like fluid where chemical reactions take place.

- Nucleus: Controls cell activities and carries genetic information (DNA).

- Mitochondria: Produce energy through respiration (powerhouse of the cell).

- Ribosomes: Make proteins.

- Vacuole: Stores water, food, and waste (large in plants).

- Cell wall (plants only): Provides strength and protection; made of cellulose.

- Chloroplasts (plants only): Contain chlorophyll and help in photosynthesis.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PLANT AND ANIMAL CELLS


Feature | Plant Cell | Animal Cell

----------------------|--------------------------------|------------------------------

Cell wall | Present | Absent

Chloroplasts | Present (for photosynthesis) | Absent

Vacuole | Large and central | Small or absent

Shape | Regular (usually rectangular) | Irregular (rounded)

CELL FUNCTIONS

- Support life: All life activities (growth, reproduction, etc.) happen in cells.

- Specialization: In multicellular organisms, cells can be specialized to do different jobs, e.g.:

- Red blood cells - carry oxygen

- Nerve cells - send messages

- Root hair cells - absorb water

You might also like