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What describes a chromatid in the context of mitosis?
What describes a chromatid in the context of mitosis?
- Two identical strands of chromosomes (correct)
- The site where centrioles are located
- A structure that only exists during anaphase
- A single strand of DNA before replication
During which stage of mitosis do chromosomes align at the cell's equator?
During which stage of mitosis do chromosomes align at the cell's equator?
- Prophase
- Telophase
- Metaphase (correct)
- Anaphase
What occurs during anaphase in the mitotic process?
What occurs during anaphase in the mitotic process?
- Centrioles move to opposite ends of the cell
- Chromatids separate and move towards centrioles (correct)
- Chromatin condenses into chromosomes
- Nuclear envelopes and nucleoli begin to dissolve
What is the function of the centromere in mitosis?
What is the function of the centromere in mitosis?
Which process describes the phase where the cytoplasm divides to form two cells?
Which process describes the phase where the cytoplasm divides to form two cells?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
Which of the following components primarily makes up the structure of the cell membrane?
Which of the following components primarily makes up the structure of the cell membrane?
In the phospholipid bilayer of the cell membrane, which regions are hydrophobic?
In the phospholipid bilayer of the cell membrane, which regions are hydrophobic?
What is the jelly-like substance that holds organelles within a cell called?
What is the jelly-like substance that holds organelles within a cell called?
Which function is NOT typically associated with cell metabolism?
Which function is NOT typically associated with cell metabolism?
What term describes specialized structures within a cell that perform distinct functions?
What term describes specialized structures within a cell that perform distinct functions?
What characteristic distinguishes the polar regions of phospholipids?
What characteristic distinguishes the polar regions of phospholipids?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cell?
What is the main role of proteins in gene expression?
What is the main role of proteins in gene expression?
During which process is mRNA produced?
During which process is mRNA produced?
What are codons?
What are codons?
What does the process of translation involve?
What does the process of translation involve?
How many chromosomes do human somatic cells contain?
How many chromosomes do human somatic cells contain?
Which of the following describes mitosis?
Which of the following describes mitosis?
What are anticodons?
What are anticodons?
Which statement is true regarding sperm and egg cells?
Which statement is true regarding sperm and egg cells?
What process causes water to move into the tube containing the 3% salt solution?
What process causes water to move into the tube containing the 3% salt solution?
Why does the water column stop rising in the tube?
Why does the water column stop rising in the tube?
What effect does the rising water have on the concentration of salt inside the tube?
What effect does the rising water have on the concentration of salt inside the tube?
What kind of membrane is used to close one end of the tube?
What kind of membrane is used to close one end of the tube?
What happens to the color of the solution as water rises in the tube?
What happens to the color of the solution as water rises in the tube?
What drives the movement of water in osmosis?
What drives the movement of water in osmosis?
Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between osmosis and hydrostatic pressure?
Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between osmosis and hydrostatic pressure?
What happens to the solution within the tube if additional distilled water is added to the external environment?
What happens to the solution within the tube if additional distilled water is added to the external environment?
What occurs in a hypotonic solution?
What occurs in a hypotonic solution?
What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?
Which type of solution is characterized by equal concentrations of solutes inside and outside the cell?
Which type of solution is characterized by equal concentrations of solutes inside and outside the cell?
In what process does a cell take in solid particles?
In what process does a cell take in solid particles?
What happens to a cell in a hypertonic solution?
What happens to a cell in a hypertonic solution?
What best describes the cytoplasm of a cell?
What best describes the cytoplasm of a cell?
What is exocytosis responsible for?
What is exocytosis responsible for?
How does osmotic pressure relate to a solution in a tube?
How does osmotic pressure relate to a solution in a tube?
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Study Notes
Functions of Cells
- Basic unit of life, integral to all biological processes.
- Synthesize molecules necessary for cell function and structure.
- Facilitate communication within and between cells.
- Conduct cell metabolism and release energy.
- Support reproduction and inheritance through DNA.
Cell Structure
- Organelles are specialized substructures within cells, tasked with specific functions (e.g., nucleus, mitochondria, ribosomes).
- Cytoplasm is a jelly-like substance that supports and holds organelles in place.
Cell Membrane
- Outermost layer of a cell, functions as a selective barrier.
- Encloses the cytoplasm and separates intracellular content from the extracellular environment.
Structure of Cell Membrane
- Described by the Fluid Mosaic Model, consisting of a phospholipid bilayer and embedded proteins.
- Phospholipids have two regions: polar ("heads" which are hydrophilic) and nonpolar ("tails" which are hydrophobic).
Types of Osmotic Solutions
- Hypotonic solution: Lower solute concentration outside, higher water concentration, causing water to move into the cell, potentially leading to lysis (bursting).
- Hypertonic solution: Higher solute concentration outside, causing water to move out and resulting in crenation (shrinking).
- Isotonic solution: Equal solute concentrations, where water does not move, keeping the cell intact.
Endocytosis
- Process of bringing materials into the cell via vesicles.
- Two types:
- Phagocytosis (cell eating, for solid particles).
- Pinocytosis (cell drinking, for liquid particles).
Exocytosis
- Process of exporting materials from the cell using vesicles.
Key Cell Structures and Functions
- Cytoplasm: Located inside the cell, provides shape and holds organelles.
- Nucleus: Centrally located, houses DNA, and is essential for cell function and reproduction.
DNA and Gene Expression
- Gene expression is the process where information in DNA directs protein synthesis using transcription and translation.
- Proteins are crucial for regulating chemical reactions.
Transcription and Translation
- Transcription: Converts DNA information into mRNA, occurring in ribosomes; mRNA consists of codons (three nucleotide bases).
- Translation: Transforms mRNA sequence into amino acids (polypeptides), with codons pairing with tRNA anticodons to produce proteins.
Cell Division
- Involves formation of two daughter cells from a single parent cell, utilizing mitosis and meiosis.
- Somatic cells contain 46 chromosomes (diploid), while gametes (sperm and egg) have 23 chromosomes.
Mitosis
- Cell division process for somatic cells leading to two daughter cells.
- Involves stages: Interphase, Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.
Stages of Mitosis
- Interphase: Growth and DNA replication phase; DNA appears as chromatin.
- Prophase: Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes; centrioles migrate.
- Metaphase: Chromosomes align at the cell’s equatorial plane.
- Anaphase: Chromatids separate, moving toward opposite poles.
- Telophase: Chromosomes disperse, nuclear envelopes reform, and cytoplasm divides.
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