University:
Texas A&M University
Course:
BIOL 213 | Molecular Cell Biology
Academic year:

2020
Views:

44

Pages:

1
Author:

Athena Harrison

Chlorophyll Site of photosynthesis which is a process in which energy from sunlight is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into food (glucose). Chloroplasts Vacuole Vacuoles are storage bubbles within a cell which contain water, nutrients, or waste products. May gain or lose water depending on water availability Plant Cells Cell Wall Energy producing organelles that are found in all plant cells and some bacteria A tough, rigid outer covering that protects and provide shape They contain Chlorophyll which is a green pigment which gives plants their color Found in plants, algae, fungi, and most bacteria Plant vs. Animals Cells Similarities between plant and animal cells Both plant and animal cells have many similar organelles and cellular substructures such as the following: • • • • • • • Nucleus Cell Membrane Mitochondria Cytoplasm Smooth and Rough ER Golgi Apparatus Ribosomes Both cell types share similar function and cellular processes in order to provide energy and maintain the health of the organism. Differences between plant and animal cells Animal Cells Plant cells have a much larger central vacuole than animal cells, and have a cell wall in addition to the cell membrane. They also contain a special organelle called a chloroplast that produces energy for the cell.