Cell Specialization

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Cell Specialization

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is the change in cell structure from that of a typical cell, in order to perform a specific function

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advantages of cell specialization

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-more efficient

-no overworking of cells

-tasks done at the same time

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RED BLOOD CELL

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function:

contains hemoglobin which transports oxygen to other cells and around the body

feature:

cells have a thin outer membrane allowing oxygen to diffuse through easily

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SPERM CELL

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function:

to fertilize the ovum

feature:

the tail of the sperm cell enables it to swim to the ovum and fertilize it

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RED BLOOD CELL

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function:

contains hemoglobin which transports oxygen to other cells and around the body

feature:

cells have a thin outer membrane allowing oxygen to diffuse through easily

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NERVE CELL

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function:

transmit electrical nerve impulses and so carry information from one part of the body to another ie from receptor to an effector

feature:

dendrites extend from the cell body to make connections with other neurons

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XYLEM CELL

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function:

small tubes that carry water from the roots to the leaves

feature:

long and tube-like hollow vessels to carry the water

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ROOT HAIR CELL

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thin walls make up-take of water easier

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LEAF PALISADE CELL

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function:

carries out photosynthesis

feature:

packed with chloroplast which contain light absorbing pigment chlorophyll