Cell Structure and Specialisation

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WALT (We Are Learning To): Identify cell organelles and their functions, and explain how specialised cells are adapted for their roles.

Success Criteria: I can name key organelles, describe their functions, and give examples of specialised cells with their adaptations.

🔬 Part 1: Cell Organelles and Functions

1. Match each organelle to its correct function by drawing lines:

Nucleus

Mitochondria

Chloroplasts

Cell membrane

Controls what enters and leaves the cell

Contains genetic material (DNA)

Site of photosynthesis

Releases energy from glucose

2. Which organelle is found in plant cells but NOT in animal cells?

Nucleus

Mitochondria

Cell wall

Cell membrane

3. Complete the sentence: The _____________ controls all cell activities and contains the cell's _____________.

4. Tick ALL the organelles that can be found in both plant and animal cells:

Nucleus

Chloroplasts

Mitochondria

Cell wall

Cell membrane

🧬 Part 2: Specialised Cells

5. Name three examples of specialised cells in the human body:

a) _________________________

b) _________________________

c) _________________________

6. Explain how a red blood cell is adapted for its function:

7. Which specialised cell is responsible for carrying electrical signals around the body?

Muscle cell

Nerve cell

Sperm cell

Root hair cell

8. A sperm cell has a long tail. Explain why this adaptation is important:

🌱 Part 3: Plant Cell Specialisation

9. Root hair cells have a large surface area. Explain how this helps the plant:

10. Guard cells can change shape to open and close stomata. Why is this important for the plant?

Extension Activity: Choose one specialised cell not mentioned in this worksheet. Research and write a paragraph explaining its structure, function, and adaptations.

Cell Structure and Specialisation

Cell Structure and Specialisation

🔬 Part 1: Cell Organelles and Functions

🧬 Part 2: Specialised Cells

🌱 Part 3: Plant Cell Specialisation

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