Plant Cell Structure - Additional Organelles
Part of Cell Structure · GCSE GCSE Biology revision
This deep dive covers Plant Cell Structure - Additional Organelles within Cell Structure for GCSE Biology. Cell theory, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, animal and plant cell organelles, bacterial cells, specialized cells, and microscopy It is section 3 of 17 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
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🌱 Plant Cell Structure - Additional Organelles
Plant cells have all the organelles found in animal cells, plus three additional structures:
🧱 Cell Wall
- Made of cellulose - provides strength and support
- Prevents plant cells from bursting when they take in water
- Fully permeable to water and dissolved substances
- Gives plant cells their fixed, rigid shape
🌿 Chloroplasts
- Site of photosynthesis
- Contain chlorophyll (green pigment)
- Convert light energy into chemical energy (glucose)
- Have their own DNA and ribosomes
💧 Permanent Vacuole
- Large, fluid-filled space in center of cell
- Surrounded by tonoplast membrane
- Contains cell sap (water + dissolved substances)
- Provides support by pushing against cell wall
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