AS Level Biology Cell structure

Biology

Definitions of as level biology cell structure key words

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Front Chloroplast
Back Structure: Surrounded by two membranes (chloroplast envelope), oval-shaped Contains grana which contains chlorophyll Function: Site of photosynthesis Extra: Found in some plant cells
Front Lysosome
Back Structure: Spherical sac, surrounded by a membrane. Contain digestive (hydrolytic) enzymes Function: Digestion of unwanted substances such as old organelles or even whole cells
Front Mitochondria
Back Structure: Sausage-shaped and surrounded by an envelope, inner membrane is folded to form finger-like cristae Contains 70S ribosomes Function: Site of aerobic respiration and synthesises lipids
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