specialized cells

Function Red Blood Cell

Carries oxygen around the body.

Structure Red Blood Cell

Biconcave shape and no nucleus to hold more oxygen.

Function Nerve Cell

Sends electrical signals through the body.

Structure Nerve Cell

Long with branches to connect and carry impulses quickly.

Function Fat Cell

Stores energy and insulates the body.

Structure Fat Cell

Large and round with fat droplets.

Function Sperm Cell

Fertilizes the egg cell.

Structure Sperm Cell

Has a tail for movement and many mitochondria for energy.

Function Epidermal Cell of Plant Root

Absorbs water and minerals from soil.

Structure Epidermal Cell of Plant Root

Has long root hairs to increase surface area.

Function Photosynthetic Cell

Makes food (glucose) using sunlight.

Structure Photosynthetic Cell

Contains many chloroplasts for photosynthesis.