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Plant Cell Under a Microscope
Age 12 · Science
A thin slice of plant tissue is seen through a light microscope. The cells are box-shaped, with a firm outer wall, a large clear centre, green oval parts and a round dark part.
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In the picture
- Cell wall: firm outer layer that gives the cell its shape
- Central vacuole: large clear space that stores fluid and keeps the cell firm
- Chloroplast: green oval body that captures light for making food
- Nucleus: round dark body that controls the cell and holds instructions
Examples
- A crisp lettuce leaf stays firm because its cells have strong walls and full vacuoles.
- Green leaves look green because their cells contain many chloroplasts.
Key takeaways
- Plant cells have a firm wall, a large central vacuole, green chloroplasts and a nucleus.
- A light microscope can show these parts in a thin slice of plant tissue.
Quiz: Plant Cell Under a Microscope (Age 12)
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Which parts can a light microscope show in a thin slice of plant tissue?
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Which part is a large clear space that stores fluid and keeps the cell firm?
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Which part captures light for making food?
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