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What is the rate of blood cell formation in a typical individual?
What is the rate of blood cell formation in a typical individual?
200,000,000,000 red cells per day, 10,000,000,000 white cells per day, and 400,000,000,000 platelets per day.
What is the name of the iron-containing molecule responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells?
What is the name of the iron-containing molecule responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells?
Heme
Who was one of the first people to explore the internal workings of the body?
Who was one of the first people to explore the internal workings of the body?
Galen
Galen worked as a physician in a gladiator school for three to four years.
Galen worked as a physician in a gladiator school for three to four years.
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What are the common characteristics of all living things?
What are the common characteristics of all living things?
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An adaptation is a characteristic that allows an organism to survive in its ______.
An adaptation is a characteristic that allows an organism to survive in its ______.
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All organisms are made up of at least one cell.
All organisms are made up of at least one cell.
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Which type of microscope is most commonly used to view cells?
Which type of microscope is most commonly used to view cells?
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Which of the following are examples of unicellular organisms?
Which of the following are examples of unicellular organisms?
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How do Amoebas move?
How do Amoebas move?
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What are the hair-like structures called that allow Paramecia to move?
What are the hair-like structures called that allow Paramecia to move?
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Multicellular organisms are made up of two or more cells.
Multicellular organisms are made up of two or more cells.
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What are the four types of tissue that animal cells are organized into?
What are the four types of tissue that animal cells are organized into?
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What is the function of connective tissue?
What is the function of connective tissue?
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Which of the following are examples of epithelial tissues?
Which of the following are examples of epithelial tissues?
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What are the three tissue types that plant cells are organized into?
What are the three tissue types that plant cells are organized into?
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Unicellular organisms can grow to an unlimited size.
Unicellular organisms can grow to an unlimited size.
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What is the role of specialized cells in multicellular organisms?
What is the role of specialized cells in multicellular organisms?
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What is the name of the connective tissue that helps make red blood cells?
What is the name of the connective tissue that helps make red blood cells?
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What is the relationship between cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems?
What is the relationship between cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems?
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Organ systems are groups of organs that work together for a common purpose.
Organ systems are groups of organs that work together for a common purpose.
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What is the name of the device that allows scientists to view the basic element of life, the cell?
What is the name of the device that allows scientists to view the basic element of life, the cell?
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Match the following terms related to microscopy with their definitions.
Match the following terms related to microscopy with their definitions.
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A compound microscope uses a single lens to magnify an object.
A compound microscope uses a single lens to magnify an object.
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The resolution of a microscope is primarily determined by the quality of the lenses used.
The resolution of a microscope is primarily determined by the quality of the lenses used.
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Diffusion is the movement of a substance from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration.
Diffusion is the movement of a substance from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration.
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What is the name of the process by which water moves through a semipermeable membrane from an area of high water concentration to an area of low water concentration?
What is the name of the process by which water moves through a semipermeable membrane from an area of high water concentration to an area of low water concentration?
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Active transport requires the cell to expend energy.
Active transport requires the cell to expend energy.
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Which of the following is NOT a method of substance movement in and out of cells?
Which of the following is NOT a method of substance movement in and out of cells?
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The cell membrane is selectively permeable, meaning it allows some substances to pass through while blocking others.
The cell membrane is selectively permeable, meaning it allows some substances to pass through while blocking others.
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What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
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Cells can be either unicellular or multicellular.
Cells can be either unicellular or multicellular.
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Unicellular organisms generally lack tissues and complex organs.
Unicellular organisms generally lack tissues and complex organs.
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Multicellular organisms often have specialized cells that perform specific functions.
Multicellular organisms often have specialized cells that perform specific functions.
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Study Notes
Blood Cell Formation Rate
- Blood cell formation rate varies between individuals.
- A typical rate averages 200,000,000,000 red blood cells per day, 10,000,000,000 white blood cells per day, and 400,000,000,000 platelets per day.
Hemoglobin Structure
- Hemoglobin is a protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells.
- It consists of four protein chains (two alpha and two beta).
- Each chain has a heme group containing iron, which binds to oxygen.
Galen's Contributions to Medicine
- Galen (129-216 AD) was a physician who explored internal body functions.
- He practiced medicine at gladiator schools and observed injuries to understand the body.
- Galen performed complex operations, including brain and eye surgery, which were not repeated for many centuries.
Characteristics of Living Things
- All living things are made of cells.
- All living things need energy.
- All living things grow and develop.
- All living things respond to their environment.
- All living things reproduce.
- All living things have adaptations for their environment.
Adaptations
- Adaptations are characteristics that allow organisms to survive in their environment.
- Organisms adapt to their environments for survival.
- Examples of adaptations include heart rate reduction to conserve oxygen, storing oxygen in muscle tissues (myoglobin), and blubber to conserve heat.
SARS-CoV-2 Variants (Dec 15, 2023)
- A chart displays various SARS-CoV-2 lineages.
- The chart shows how different strains were developed from existing ones and different mutations.
Organisms
- Organisms are individual animals, plants, or single-celled life forms.
- Organisms have developed various structures to carry out necessary functions.
- Organisms adapt to their environment for survival through different body parts.
The Cell
- Cells are the basic unit of life.
- All organisms are composed of at least one cell.
- Cells originate from other cells.
- Cells are microscopic.
- Size varies between cells such as eukaryotic cells and bacterial cells (50 µm and 5 µm respectively).
Cells in Non-living Things
- The question is raised whether cells exist in non-living things, especially regarding cork.
Energy & Nutrients
- Everything living things do requires energy.
- Nutrients provide energy to living organisms for growth, development, and reproduction.
- Metabolism refers to all the processes within an organism that sustain life.
Cell Parts (Google Slides)
- Refer to Google slides for detailed notes on cell parts.
- A brief reminder of cell components will be provided in the following slides.
Cell Structures
- Organelles are structures inside the cell.
- The cell membrane surrounds and protects the cell contents.
- The cell wall (present in plant cells) provides rigidity and support.
- The cytoplasm is a jelly-like substance inside the cell that distributes materials.
Plant Cells Vs Animal Cells
- Plant cells have cell walls and chloroplasts that animal cells lack.
- Plant cells contain vacuoles, whereas these are smaller in size for animal cells.
Cell Wall
- Found only in plant cells.
- Dead layer, large empty spaces between cellulose fibers.
- Freely permeable
- Forms by thin cellulose fibers.
- Strong and rigid.
Cytoplasm
- Jelly-like substance enclosed by the cell membrane.
- Provides a medium for chemical reactions.
- Contains organelles that carry out specific jobs (chloroplasts and mitochondria).
Nucleus
- Controls cell activities.
- Contains DNA.
- Genetic information bearer of the cell.
Vacuole
- Storage containers for sugars, proteins, minerals, wastes, and pigments.
- Membrane-bound sacs for storing substances.
Chloroplast
- Found only in plant cells.
- Contain chlorophyll for trapping sunlight.
- Carry out photosynthesis to make sugars.
Mitochondria
- The site of cellular respiration.
- Active cells like muscles have more mitochondria.
- Burn sugar into energy ATP.
- Mighty ATP producers in the cell.
Additional Cell Parts (Plant & Animal Cells)
- Refer to Google slides for a detailed breakdown of plant and animal cell structures.
Homework
- Check and Reflect (pg. 109, Questions 1-3) and Draw, Label, and Color Animal and Plant Cells (pg. 109).
Cell Types (Muscle, Skin, Nerve, Blood, Bone)
- Different cell types have specific shapes and functions for their roles in the body.
- Muscle cells are elongated to allow for movement.
- Skin cells are flat to provide a protective layer.
- Nerve cells have long branches for carrying signals.
- Blood cells are thin to maximize oxygen transport.
- Bone cells comprise a thick mineral matrix for support.
Microscope's Role
- Microscopes produce enlarged images of small objects.
- Biologists use microscopes to study tiny things.
- Light microscopes use lenses to focus light.
Organism Classification
- Organisms are either unicellular or multicellular.
- Unicellular organisms use one cell for all life support processes.
- Multicellular organisms use many cells that collaborate in supporting the whole life of the organism.
Organisms (Amoeba and Paramecium)
- Amoeba live in water.
- They use pseudopods for movement and capturing food.
- Paramecium live in fresh water.
- They use cilia for movement.
- Have an "Oral Groove" to gather and digest food within a vacuole.
Multicellular Organisms
- Use multiple specialized cells working together.
- The characteristic allows them to perform complex functions.
- Many specialized types exist for various organism roles.
Cell Parts (Specifics)
- Refer to Google slides for definitions, structures, and functions.
Cell Membrane
- Keep the cytosol and organelles of animal/plant cells enclosed.
- Selectively permeable filter.
- Allows in/out of small molecules.
Diffusion
- Substances move from high to low concentration.
- Easy movement in/out of small molecules through cells (such as oxygen, CO2, and H2O).
Osmosis
- Water moves from low salt to high salt concentration.
- Selectively permeable membrane for water movement in/out of cells.
Active Transport
- Cell expends energy (ATP) to move substances from low to high concentration.
- Used to move large molecules.
Additional Information
- Check Reflect pages 114, Questions 2&5, page 119, Questions 1b, c, 2,4, and 5.
- Further information on cell sizes, multicellular organisms, and related topics can be found in provided sections (e.g., the limits of cell size, types of tissue).
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This quiz covers various aspects of biology and medicine, including blood cell formation rates, the structure of hemoglobin, and the contributions of the ancient physician Galen. It also addresses fundamental characteristics shared by all living organisms. Test your knowledge on these essential biological concepts and historical medical achievements.
