A
Cell Membrane.
This controls what goes in and out of the cell
Cytoplasm.
This
has the thickness of wallpaper paste. It is where the chemical
reactions take place.
A
nucleus.
This is the 'brain' of the cell. It contains the genetic material
(DNA) and tells the cell what to do.
Only
plant cells contain:
A
Cell Wall. It support the plant cell and is very strong.
It is made out of a substance called cellulose.
A
Vacuole.
This is filled with a liquid called cell sap. It helps the cell
to maintain its shape.
Chloroplasts.
These are green discs that allow the plant to make food by photosynthesis.
They contain a chemical called chlorophyll. Plant tissues which
contain them appear green.
Some
cells are adapted to do certain jobs. Examples
of these are shown below:
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