SIZE OF THE CELLS : There is much variation in size, shape and number of cells in different organisms, and also in various parts of the body. Most of the cells are only a few micrometres in diameter and are visible only with the help of a microscope. SHAPE OF CELLS : Cells may be spherical, spindle shaped, elongated, polyhedral or irregular in shape. The shape of the cells is determined by the specific function they perform. The number of cells is related to the size of the organ or body. Thus, small organisms have limited number of cells, while the larger ones such as elephant, whale or banyan tree have a countless number of cells. Some organisms can also have cells of different kinds.
