Animal Cell

Introduction

Learning Objectives

1. To understand the functions of different parts of the animal cells.
2. To identify the similarities and differences between animal and plant cells.

Animal Cell Structures and Function

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A nucleus: The control centre of the cell, found in eukaryotes contains genetic material which defines the appearance and behaviour of an organism.

The cytoplasm: a gel-like substance where most of the chemical processes takes place, the cytoplasm is controlled by enzymes.

The cell membrane: a multifaceted membrane that protects and holds the cell together. This controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

The mitochondria: a tubular-shaped organelle where most of the reactions involved with respirations take place.

Ribosomes: a complex cellular mechanism that produces proteins from amino acids.