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Cell structure
Describe and compare the structures found in plant and animal cells, including cell wall, cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm, chloroplasts, ribosomes, mitochondria and vacuoles
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CambridgeIGCSEBiologyOrganisation of the organism
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- Describe and compare the structures found in plant and animal cells, including cell wall, cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm, chloroplasts, ribosomes, mitochondria and vacuoles
- Outline the structure of a bacterial cell, including the cell wall, cell membrane, cytoplasm, ribosomes, circular DNA, and plasmids.
- Recognize the cell structures mentioned in objectives 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 in diagrams and images of plant, animal, and bacterial cells.
- Explain the functions of the structures listed in objectives 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 in plant, animal, and bacterial cells.
- Indicate that new cells arise from the division of pre-existing cells.
- Indicate that specialized cells perform specific functions, including: (a) ciliated cells for mucus movement in the trachea and bronchi, (b) root hair cells for absorption, (c) palisade mesophyll cells for photosynthesis, (d) neurones for conducting electrical impulses, (e) red blood cells for oxygen transport, and (f) gametes (sperm and egg cells) for reproduction.
- Clarify the definitions of the terms: cell, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism, using examples provided in the syllabus.
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