Notes
Science lab
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Animal cell and plant cell
Cell membrane
Controls what substances can get into and out of the cell.
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Animal cell
Cytoplasm
Jelly-like substance, where chemical reactions happen. In plant cells there's a thin lining, whereas in animal cells most of the cell is cytoplasm.
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Animal cell plant cell
Nucleus
Controls what happens inside the cell. Carries genetic information.
In exams don't call the nucleus the 'brain' of the cell. That is not a good description and will not get you marks.
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plant cell
Chloroplast
Where photosynthesis happens – chloroplasts contain a green substance called chlorophyll.
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animal cell and plant cell
vacuole
contains a liquid called cell sap, which keeps the cell firm.
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cell plant
Cell wall
Made of a tough substance called cellulose, which supports the cell.
