Combined Science GCSE
Structure and function relationships
What Structure and function relationships means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Structure and function relationships
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Each structural feature of a cell is linked to the function it enables, so the shape and internal structures suit a particular job.
Topics that use Structure and function relationships
- Cell specialisation (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Adaptation
- Cell specialisation
- Cell specialisation and adaptation
- Differentiation
- Gene expression
- Sperm cell
- Transport in plants
- Division of labour
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