Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Life Science Notes 3 - Cell Structures


The Nucleus
  • found only in eukaryotic cells
  • contains most of the genetic material for the cell

Nuclear Envelope: double membrane that surrounds the nucleus; controls what goes in and out - gate
Chromosomes: strands of DNA wrapped around protiens; found inside nucleus
Nucleolus: produces ribosomes; found inside the nucleus


Differences Between Plant and Animal Cells
  • Plant cells have a large central vacuole that
    • holds water, nutrients and wastes
    • can make up to 90% of the cell's volume
  • Plant cells have a cell wall that give the cell support and protection
  • Plant cells contain plastids
    • chloroplasts used in photosynthesis
    • leucoplasts that store fat and oil
    • chromosplasts that give some flowers and fruits their yellow, orange or red color

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