Use the table below to identify characteristics and structures found in plant cells, animal cells, or both (check BOTH plant and animal).(8 points)

Plant Cells Animal Cells
Has a round or irregular shape.



Contains a cell wall.



Contains chloroplasts.

Has a nucleus.

Has a square and rigid shape.

Contains mitochondria.

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Below is a summary of the characteristics and structures found in plant cells, animal cells, or both based on the provided table:

| Characteristic/Structure | Plant Cells | Animal Cells | |-----------------------------------------|-------------|--------------| | Has a round or irregular shape | | ✔️ | | Contains a cell wall | ✔️ | | | Contains chloroplasts | ✔️ | | | Has a nucleus | ✔️ | ✔️ | | Has a square and rigid shape | ✔️ | | | Contains mitochondria | | ✔️ |

Summary:

  • Plant Cells: Contains a cell wall, contains chloroplasts, has a nucleus, has a square and rigid shape.
  • Animal Cells: Has a round or irregular shape, has a nucleus, contains mitochondria.
  • Both: Has a nucleus.

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