10 Questions
What are cells?
Cells are the basic building blocks of plants and animals.
What are some components found inside cells?
Inside cells are various structures that are specialised to carry out a particular function.
What are some extra structures found in plant cells?
Plant cells have all the parts found in animal cells, plus a few extra structures.
Which cells are some of the smallest in the human body?
Red blood cells are some of the smallest cells in the human body.
Which cells are one of the largest in the human body?
The ovum (or egg cell) is one of the largest cells in the human body.
What are some specialized structures found inside cells?
Various structures that are specialized to carry out a particular function.
Which cells in the human body are considered some of the smallest?
Red blood cells.
How small are red blood cells?
0.008mm in diameter.
Which cells in the human body are considered some of the largest?
The ovum (or egg cell).
How large are ovum cells?
Roughly 0.1mm in diameter.
Study Notes
Cell Structure and Composition
- Cells are the basic building blocks of all animals and plants
- Cells have various structures that are specialized to carry out a particular function
- Both animal and plant cells have the following components:
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Plant Cells
- Have all the components of animal cells, plus a few extra structures:
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Cell Size
- Cells can vary greatly in size
- Most human cells are too small to be seen with the naked eye and require a microscope
- Red blood cells are some of the smallest cells in the human body, with a diameter of 0.008mm
- A line of 125 red blood cells is only 1mm long
- The ovum (or egg cell) is one of the largest cells in the human body, with a diameter of roughly 0.1mm
- A line of 10 egg cells is 1mm long
Test your knowledge about cells, the fundamental units of plants and animals, and their significance in forensic science. Explore the specialized structures within cells and understand their specific functions. Discover how plant and animal cells differ, and gain insights into the various components present in plant cells.
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