Choose a specific type of cell that no one else has posted about yet, research it, and answer the following questions about it. Don't choose "blood cells" or "epithelial cells," as they're not specific (there are multiple kinds of each). It could be a cell from any type of organism. You must use your own words and link to any sources you used to find information; plagiarized assignments will receive 0 points.
- What kind of cell did you choose? What types of organisms have cells like this?
- What are some specialized functions of this type of cell?
- Are there any unique organelles or structures this cell has that were not discussed in your reading? If so, describe what one or two of them are used for.
- Are there any organelles that are especially overdeveloped or underdeveloped in this type of cell? If so, how does this relate to the cell's function(s)?
- Describe at least one illness related to this cell. It could be an illness that affects this cell, or an illness that this cell causes in an organism (human or other).