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What is the basic unit of life referred to in cell theory?
What is the basic unit of life referred to in cell theory?
- Organelle
- Cell (correct)
- Tissue
- Organ system
Which scientist is known for disproving the Theory of Spontaneous Generation?
Which scientist is known for disproving the Theory of Spontaneous Generation?
- Rudolf Virchow
- Francisco Redi (correct)
- Robert Hooke
- Theodor Schwann
Which of the following structures must be present in all cells?
Which of the following structures must be present in all cells?
- Cell wall
- Cell membrane (correct)
- Mitochondria
- Chloroplast
What distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?
What distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?
Which statement is part of the modern cell statements?
Which statement is part of the modern cell statements?
What is the purpose of the cell theory in relation to health and disease?
What is the purpose of the cell theory in relation to health and disease?
According to cell theory, what occurs during the division of cells?
According to cell theory, what occurs during the division of cells?
Matthias Schleiden contributed to cell theory by declaring the existence of which type of cells?
Matthias Schleiden contributed to cell theory by declaring the existence of which type of cells?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
What is the primary function of the cell membrane?
Which organelle is responsible for synthesizing proteins?
Which organelle is responsible for synthesizing proteins?
What occurs during the process of mitosis?
What occurs during the process of mitosis?
Which of the following organelles is involved in energy production?
Which of the following organelles is involved in energy production?
What do chloroplasts convert solar energy into?
What do chloroplasts convert solar energy into?
What is the primary role of the Golgi Apparatus?
What is the primary role of the Golgi Apparatus?
In eukaryotic cells, the genetic material is housed in which structure?
In eukaryotic cells, the genetic material is housed in which structure?
Vacuoles in plant cells can occupy what percentage of the cell's volume?
Vacuoles in plant cells can occupy what percentage of the cell's volume?
What is the primary outcome of meiosis?
What is the primary outcome of meiosis?
Which phase of mitosis involves the alignment of chromosomes at the equatorial plane?
Which phase of mitosis involves the alignment of chromosomes at the equatorial plane?
What characterizes cancer cells compared to normal cells?
What characterizes cancer cells compared to normal cells?
During which stage of mitosis do chromatids separate and move to opposite poles?
During which stage of mitosis do chromatids separate and move to opposite poles?
What is the role of the mitotic spindle?
What is the role of the mitotic spindle?
What is the significance of independent assortment in meiosis?
What is the significance of independent assortment in meiosis?
Which structure is involved in the final separation of the cytoplasm during cell division?
Which structure is involved in the final separation of the cytoplasm during cell division?
What is the initial step during interphase that prepares a cell for mitosis?
What is the initial step during interphase that prepares a cell for mitosis?
What occurs during Prophase of meiosis?
What occurs during Prophase of meiosis?
Which statement correctly describes Telophase II?
Which statement correctly describes Telophase II?
Which component of the cell membrane is responsible for the fluidity of the membrane?
Which component of the cell membrane is responsible for the fluidity of the membrane?
What is the primary function of channel proteins in passive transport?
What is the primary function of channel proteins in passive transport?
How does passive transport differ from active transport?
How does passive transport differ from active transport?
What type of particles can immediately pass through a semi-permeable membrane?
What type of particles can immediately pass through a semi-permeable membrane?
Which of the following accurately describes peripheral proteins?
Which of the following accurately describes peripheral proteins?
What is the process of crossing over during meiosis primarily responsible for?
What is the process of crossing over during meiosis primarily responsible for?
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Study Notes
Cell Theory
- The basic unit of life is the cell.
- All living organisms are composed of one or more cells.
- New cells arise from pre-existing cells.
Spontaneous Generation
- Louis Pasteur disproved the theory of spontaneous generation.
Cell Structure
- Cell membrane, cytoplasm, and DNA are present in all cells.
Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes
- Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
- Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
Modern Cell Theory
- Cells are the fundamental units of structure and function in all living organisms.
- All living organisms are composed of cells.
- Cells arise from pre-existing cells through cell division.
Cell Theory and Health
- Cell theory is crucial for understanding health and disease, as it helps explain how cells function, how they can be damaged, and how they repair themselves.
Cell Division
- Cell division results in the creation of two daughter cells from a single parent cell.
Matthias Schleiden
- Matthias Schleiden declared the existence of plant cells.
Cell Membrane
- The cell membrane regulates the passage of molecules into and out of the cell.
Protein Synthesis
- Ribosomes synthesize proteins.
Mitosis
- Mitosis is a process of cell division that results in two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell.
Energy Production
- Mitochondria are responsible for energy production.
Chloroplasts
- Chloroplasts convert solar energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose through photosynthesis.
Golgi Apparatus
- The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.
Genetic Material
- In eukaryotic cells, the genetic material is housed in the nucleus.
Vacuoles
- Vacuoles in plant cells can occupy up to 90% of the cell's volume.
Meiosis
- Meiosis is a type of cell division that produces gametes (sperm and egg cells).
Metaphase
- During metaphase, chromosomes align at the equatorial plane of the cell.
Cancer Cells
- Cancer cells have uncontrolled growth and division compared to normal cells.
Anaphase
- During anaphase, chromatids separate and move to opposite poles of the cell.
Mitotic Spindle
- The mitotic spindle is a structure composed of microtubules that guides chromosome movement during mitosis and meiosis.
Independent Assortment
- Independent assortment during meiosis results in genetic variation.
Cytokinesis
- Cytokinesis is the final separation of the cytoplasm during cell division.
Interphase
- DNA replication occurs during interphase, preparing the cell for mitosis.
Prophase I
- Homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange genetic material during prophase I of meiosis.
Telophase II
- Telophase II results in four haploid daughter cells, each with half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell.
Cell Membrane Fluidity
- Phospholipids are responsible for the fluidity of the cell membrane.
Channel Proteins
- Channel proteins facilitate the movement of molecules across the cell membrane.
Passive Transport
- Passive transport does not require energy, whereas active transport does require energy.
Semi-Permeable Membrane
- Small, nonpolar molecules can immediately pass through a semi-permeable membrane.
Peripheral Proteins
- Peripheral proteins are bound to the surface of the cell membrane.
Crossing Over
- Crossing over, occurring during prophase I of meiosis, increases genetic diversity.
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