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Paper 3 structured question: Cell structure

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Cell organelles and their functions

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Functions of Cell Organelles

Both plant and animal cells contain various organelles that perform specific functions necessary for cell survival and operation.

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    Explain the role of mitochondria in both plant and animal cells.

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Paper 3 structured question: Cell structure

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Comparison of Plant and Animal Cells

Plant cells have a cell wall, chloroplasts, and large vacuoles, while animal cells have a flexible cell membrane and smaller vacuoles. Both types of cells contain a nucleus, cytoplasm, ribosomes, and mitochondria.

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    Compare the structures of plant and animal cells, focusing on the cell wall, chloroplasts, and vacuoles.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

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