Karteikarten: Cell Types and Structures Explained — 16 Karten

Cell types — main difference?

Eukaryotes have a nucleus; prokaryotes do not.

Animal cell features — key?

Cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus.

Plant cell features — unique?

Chloroplasts, large vacuole, cell wall.

Cell parts — function of mitochondria?

Energy production via respiration.

Cell membrane — role?

Controls substance entry and exit.

Nucleus — function?

Contains genetic material, regulates activities.

Mitochondria — role?

Generate energy through respiration.

Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes — difference?

Eukaryotes have a nucleus; prokaryotes lack it.

Chloroplasts — function?

Carry out photosynthesis to produce food.

Vacuole — role in plant cells?

Stores cell sap, maintains turgor pressure.

Cell wall — purpose?

Provides support and protection.

Nucleus — location?

Inside the cell, surrounded by nuclear envelope.

Mitochondria — known as?

Powerhouses of the cell.

Prokaryotes — cell complexity?

Simpler, no nucleus, smaller.

Eukaryotes — cell complexity?

More complex, with nucleus and organelles.

Ribosomes — function?

Protein synthesis.