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  • Animal Cells vs. Plant Cells: Key Structural Differences
    Animal cells contain several structures that plant cells do not, including:

    * Centrioles: These are small, cylindrical structures involved in the formation of microtubules, which are important for cell division.

    * Lysosomes: These are membrane-bound organelles that contain enzymes for breaking down waste products and cellular debris.

    * Cilia and Flagella: These are hair-like projections that help with cell movement. Cilia are shorter and more numerous, while flagella are longer and fewer in number.

    * Gap Junctions: These are specialized channels that allow for direct communication between neighboring animal cells.

    Note: Plant cells do have other structures that animal cells do not, such as a cell wall, chloroplasts, and a large central vacuole.

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