How many organelles are in an animal cell?

Although some animal cells have this organelle, most of them are small. However, in plant cells, vacuoles are often very large and often take up much of the space in the cell. They hold water, food, or waste for the cells. read more

Organelles of Animal Cells These flashcards will help you review the organelles of animal cells. The cards give information such as the organelles nickname, function, appearance, and parts. read more

Animal cells are eukaryotic cells or cells with a membrane-bound nucleus. Unlike prokaryotic cells, DNA in animal cells is housed within the nucleus. In addition to having a nucleus, animal cells also contain other membrane-bound organelles, or tiny cellular structures, that carry out specific functions necessary for normal cellular operation. read more