The Cell
ICSE · Class 10 · Biology
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Introduction to Cells
- Cells are the structural and functional units of all living organisms (except viruses)
- All metabolic activities like respiration, nutrition, excretion occur in cells
- Cells are differentiated and specialized to perform specific functions
Cell Wall
- Present only in plant cells, situated outside the cell membrane
- Non-living, freely permeable structure
- Mainly composed of cellulose
Cell Membrane (Plasma Membrane)
- Living, selectively permeable membrane
- Made of lipids and proteins
- Semi-fluid structure with dynamic pores
Cytoplasm
- Jelly-like substance between cell membrane and nucleus
- Crystal-colloidal solution containing water, proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals
- Contains enzymes for metabolic reactions like glycolysis
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