One of the many good things about spring is that without it, and without the absence imposed by fall and winter, we flawed mortals might fail to appreciate the beauties around us. So much of the wonder of spring is found in the return of what was absent.
The second main difference is in the structure of the cell itself. Animal cells are smaller than plant cells and have a membrane around them that is flexible and allows molecules, gases and nutrients to pass into the cell. Plant cells are larger and in addition to a membrane they have a rigid cell wall.
Difference Between Plant and Animal Cells. The major differences between plant and animal cells are: 1. Plant cells have a cell wall, and animal cells do not. 2. Plant cells have chloroplasts which gives plants a green color. Animal cells do not have chloroplasts. Click on a video about plant cells and compare it to the video about animal cells.