Plant Cell Structure Worksheet
Explore the fascinating world of plant cells with this Grade 8 science worksheet covering organelles, functions, and key differences from animal cells.
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Plant Cell Structure
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the diagram provided when necessary.
Observe the diagram of the plant cell below:
1. Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in a plant cell?
Mitochondria
Chloroplast
Nucleus
Vacuole
2. What is the primary function of the cell wall in a plant cell?
Stores water and nutrients
Controls what enters and leaves the cell
Provides structural support and protection
Produces energy for the cell
3. The large, central stores water, nutrients, and waste products in a plant cell.
4. Plant cells are eukaryotic because they have a membrane-bound .
5. Animal cells also have a cell wall, just like plant cells.
True
False
6. Chloroplasts are green because they contain chlorophyll.
True
False
Match each organelle with its primary function.
7. Mitochondria
a. Controls cell activities
8. Nucleus
b. Site of cellular respiration
9. Cell Membrane
c. Regulates passage of substances
10. Describe two key differences between a plant cell and an animal cell.
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