Cell Specialisation Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
In animals, what cells may be specialised?
A
Sperm cells
Nerve cells
Muscle cells
2
Q
In plants, what cells may be specialised?
A
Root hair cells
Xylem and phloem cells
3
Q
How are sperm cells specialised?
A
They have a tail which allows them to swim
4
Q
How are root hair cells specialised?
A
Long and thin to increase surface area, take water up into plant cells
5
Q
How are xylem cells specialised?
A
Hollow to carry water up roots and stems
6
Q
How are muscle cells specialised?
A
Can stretch to allow lengthening of muscles
