Each component of a cell has its own function. Animal and plant cells differ and they have similarities. Nucleus, cell membrane, cytoplasm and mitochondria are four cell components that are found ...

Cells are composed of cytoplasm containing various organelles, such as the nucleus, in which the DNA is stored, or mitochondria, which participate in energy production. Animal Cells are limited by ...

Animals depend upon plants as an energy source. Chemicals in food are broken down in respiration to create energy stores that can be used by the cell. Animal cells have a basic structure.