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What is the function of the cell membrane in an animal cell?
What is the function of the cell membrane in an animal cell?
Which organelle is responsible for breaking down waste materials in an animal cell?
Which organelle is responsible for breaking down waste materials in an animal cell?
What is the main function of the mitochondria in an animal cell?
What is the main function of the mitochondria in an animal cell?
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus in an animal cell?
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus in an animal cell?
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What are the differences between a plant cell and an animal cell?
What are the differences between a plant cell and an animal cell?
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How does the cytoskeleton contribute to the structure and function of an animal cell?
How does the cytoskeleton contribute to the structure and function of an animal cell?
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Study Notes
Cell Membrane Function
- Regulates what enters and leaves the cell
- Controls the movement of materials in and out of the cell
- Acts as a barrier between the cell and its environment
Organelle Functions
- Lysosomes are responsible for breaking down waste materials in an animal cell
- Contain digestive enzymes that break down and recycle cellular waste and foreign substances
Mitochondria Function
- Generate energy for the cell through cellular respiration
- Convert glucose into ATP (adenosine triphosphate) through cellular respiration
- Often referred to as the "powerhouses" of the cell
Golgi Apparatus Function
- Receives proteins and lipids from the endoplasmic reticulum
- Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for transport to other parts of the cell
- Plays a key role in protein synthesis and secretion
Plant vs Animal Cells
- Plant cells have a cell wall, chloroplasts, and a large vacuole, whereas animal cells do not
- Animal cells have lysosomes, whereas plant cells do not
- Plant cells are generally larger than animal cells
Cytoskeleton Function
- Provides structural support and shape to the cell
- Plays a key role in cell division, differentiation, and movement
- Composed of microtubules, microfilaments, and intermediate filaments
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Test your knowledge of animal cell biology with this quiz! Learn about the functions of the cell membrane, the role of lysosomes in breaking down waste materials, and the main function of mitochondria in an animal cell.
