Animal cells and plant cells are both types of eukaryotic cells and hence share many common features, including:
- DNA stored within a nucleus
- Larger ribosomes (80S in size)
- A variety of membrane-bound organelles (e.g. mitochondria, ER, golgi apparatus)
However there are also a number of key differences that separate the two types of cells, including:
- Presence or absence of specific sub-cellular structures
- Composition of the plasma membrane
Comparison of Plant and Animal Cells
