Plant and Animal Cell Functions

This video tutorial by the Amoeba Sisters compares plant and animal cells, highlighting key differences. Plant cells have a cell wall, chloroplasts for photosynthesis, and a large central vacuole for storage. In contrast, animal cells lack a cell wall, have smaller vacuoles, and contain lysosomes for breaking down substances. Animal cells also have centrosomes involved in cell division, which plant cells do not. The video also discusses the typical shapes of plant and animal cells, noting that plant cells often appear more rectangular due to their cell wall, while animal cells have a more irregular shape.

Which structure provides additional support to plant cells but is absent in animal cells?

• Cell membrane

• Cell wall

• Lysosome

• Chloroplast

What is the primary function of chloroplasts in plant cells?

• Storage of nutrients

• Cell division

• Breaking down substances

• Photosynthesis

How do vacuoles in plant cells differ from those in animal cells?

• Plant cells have multiple small vacuoles

• Animal cells have a large central vacuole

• Animal cells lack vacuoles

• Plant cells have a large central vacuole

Which organelle is responsible for breaking down substances in animal cells?

• Chloroplast

• Vacuole

• Lysosome

• Centrosome

What is the role of centrosomes in animal cells?

• Providing structural support

• Nutrient storage

• Cell division

• Photosynthesis