What are the differences and similarities between animal cells and plant cells in terms of structure and function?

Animal cells and plant cells similarities:StructureBoth animal and plant cells contain a nucleus, cytoplasm, cell membrane, mitochondria and ribosomes.Both animal and plant cells are eukaryotic (i.e. contain a nucleus).FunctionBoth animal and plant cells can carry out respiration due to the presence of mitochondria. Both animal and plant cells can carry out protein synthesis due to the presence of ribosomes.Animal cells and plant cells differences:StructurePlant cells also contain chloroplasts, a cell wall and a vacuole, these are not present in animal cells. FunctionPlant cells also have the ability to photosynthesise/generate glucose, due to the presence of chloroplasts, which animal cells do not have.

MK
Answered by Mariyum K. Biology tutor

17047 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Describe how haemoglobin binds to oxygen:


Describe the process of positive phototropism


Why and how is blood glucose controlled in the body?


What is the role and structure of enzymes in the human body?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences