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Cell Structure
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Cambridge IGCSE Biology (Cell structure and function; Modification of cell structure) Mind Map on Cell Structure, created by shlokashetty98 on 30/09/2013.
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cell structure and function; modification of cell structure
biology
cell structure and function; modification of cell structure
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Cell Structure
Cell Membrane
Semipermeable-controls entry and exit of specific materials.
Keeps cell contents together allowing efficient coordination of its activity
Cytoplasm-• A complex solution in which the cell’s organelles are suspended.
•About 90% water.
Many biochemical processes take place here
Nucleus
•The genes are present in the DNA
•Controls the cell’s structure and metabolism.
Chloroplast -structure conatining green pigment chlorophyll
Photosynthesis
Storage of starch
• Storage of water, food (sugar, amino acids), ions, wastes.
• Role in cell elongation during plant growth.
Cell Wall
Composed of cellulose.
•Permeable to water and solutes
Protects and supports plant cells.
Prevents plant cells bursting in more dilute solutions.
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