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What is the main difference between an animal cell and a plant cell?
What is the main difference between an animal cell and a plant cell?
Which organelle is responsible for capturing light and producing nutrients in the photosynthesis process?
Which organelle is responsible for capturing light and producing nutrients in the photosynthesis process?
How are prokaryotic cells different from eukaryotic cells ?
How are prokaryotic cells different from eukaryotic cells ?
What is the correct sequence of organization from the smallest to biggest structures?
What is the correct sequence of organization from the smallest to biggest structures?
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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
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Where do organelles float inside a cell?
Where do organelles float inside a cell?
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Which part of a cell is described as the 'brain' of the cell?
Which part of a cell is described as the 'brain' of the cell?
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What do lysosomes do in a cell?
What do lysosomes do in a cell?
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Study Notes
Differences between Animal and Plant Cells
- Animal cells have a flexible shape while plant cells have a rigid cell wall that provides structure.
- Plant cells contain chloroplasts for photosynthesis, whereas animal cells do not.
- Vacuoles in plant cells are large and central, storing nutrients and waste; animal cells have smaller, multiple vacuoles.
Organelle Responsible for Photosynthesis
- Chloroplasts capture sunlight and convert it into energy through photosynthesis, producing nutrients such as glucose.
Prokaryotic vs Eukaryotic Cells
- Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles; they are generally smaller and simpler.
- Eukaryotic cells have a true nucleus and complex organelles, allowing for more advanced functions and larger size.
Sequence of Organization in Biological Systems
- The correct sequence from smallest to largest is: cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms.
Function of the Nucleus
- The nucleus serves as the control center of the cell, housing genetic material (DNA) and regulating gene expression and cellular activities.
Organelles' Location in Cells
- Organelles float in the cytoplasm, the viscous fluid that fills the interior of the cell and enables biochemical reactions.
'Brain' of the Cell
- The nucleus is referred to as the "brain" of the cell due to its role in controlling cellular functions and processes.
Function of Lysosomes
- Lysosomes act as the cell's waste disposal system, breaking down unwanted materials and cellular debris using enzymes.
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Test your knowledge about the different parts of an animal cell such as cytoplasm, nucleus, membrane, and organelles. Learn more about the functions and characteristics of these important components.
