Cells & Microorganisms Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
What are the 3 main parts of an animal cell?
A
Nucleus, cytoplasm, and cell membrane.
2
Q
Name 3 extra parts found in a plant cell.
A
Cell wall, chloroplasts, and vacuole.
3
Q
What is the function of the nucleus?
A
It controls the cell and contains DNA.
4
Q
What does the mitochondrion do?
A
It is where aerobic respiration takes place.
5
Q
What is the job of the cell membrane?
A
It controls what enters and leaves the cell.
6
Q
What does a chloroplast do?
A
It carries out photosynthesis in plant cells.
7
Q
What is the function of the vacuole?
A
Stores water and supports the cell.
8
Q
What is osmosis?
A
Movement of water from a high to low concentration through a membrane.
