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.