Specialised cell

Let’s learn

Core knowledge: Specialised cells have structures adapted to particular functions.

Link cell structures to functions using cause-and-effect explanations.

See it

A root hair cell has a long projection, increasing surface area for water and mineral-ion uptake. A sperm cell has a flagellum for movement and many mitochondria to release energy.

Try it together

Match cell images to functions, then justify each match from visible structures.

Now you try

1. Explain one red blood cell adaptation. 2. Why are nerve cells long? 3. Compare a sperm cell and an egg cell.