1 - STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS IN LIVING ORGANISMS
Cells -
Animal cells -
- Nucleus - contains genetic material and chromosomes
control's cells activities
surrounded by its own membrane
- Cell membrane - outer surface of the cell
controls substances that enter/exit
- Cytoplasm - gel-like substance
where most of the chemical reactions happen
enzymes to control reactions
- Mitochondria - carry out some of the respiration reactions
most energy from respiration is released here
Plant cells -
- Nucleus - contains genetic material and chromosomes
control's cells activities
surrounded by its own membrane
- Cell membrane - outer surface of the cell
controls substances that enter/exit
- Cytoplasm - gel-like substance
where most of the chemical reactions happen
enzymes to control reactions
- Mitochondria - carry out some of the respiration reactions
most energy from respiration is released here
- Chloroplasts - where photosynthesis takes place
contain chlorophyll
- Cell wall - rigid structure made of cellulose
surrounds cell membrane
supports and strengthens cell
freely permeable
- Vacuole - contains cell sap (weak solution of sugars and salts)
supports cell
permanent
Specialised cells - specialised to carry out particular functions, eg: red blood cells (carrying oxygen), white blood cells (defending against disease)