Specialised Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What are Red Blood Cells?
A
Cells that carry oxygen around the body.
2
Q
What do Red Blood Cells contain?
A
Haemoglobin (protein that transports oxygen).
3
Q
What are Neurones/Nerve Cells?
A
Cells that send and receive messages from the nervous system.
4
Q
What are Ciliated Cells?
A
Cells that move in a sweeping motion to trap microbes from the air in mucus.
5
Q
What are Root Hair Cells?
A
Cells that absorb water and mineral ions.
6
Q
What are Palisade Cells?
A
Cells that absorb light for plants to photosynthesise. They are found on the upper surface of leaves.
