Biology Chapter: Abiogenesis, Cell Theory & Organelles

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What does biogenesis propose about the origin of life?

Life originated from nonliving things.

Life originated from spontaneous generation.

Life originated from living things. (correct)

Life originated from abiotic factors.

Which scientist is credited with the 3 Jar experiment that disproved spontaneous generation?

Francesco Redi (correct)

Louis Pasteur

Robert Hooke

Theodor Schwann

What is one of the primary functions of the cell membrane?

Synthesize proteins.

Separate the cell from its external environment. (correct)

Generate ATP energy.

Store waste products.

Which of the following statements is NOT part of the cell theory?

Cells can arise spontaneously from nonliving matter. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of mitochondria in a cell?

Energy production. Signup and view all the answers

What function do vacuoles serve in plant cells compared to animal cells?

They maintain water balance in plant cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary composition of ribosomes?

RNA and protein. Signup and view all the answers

Peroxisomes are important in which of the following processes?

Detoxification and metabolism. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to enzymes when the temperature exceeds optimal levels?

Enzymes may denature. Signup and view all the answers

What is the optimal pH range for enzyme activity?

7 to 7.5 Signup and view all the answers

How does increasing substrate concentration affect the reaction rate?

It has no effect once enzymes are saturated. Signup and view all the answers

What effect does temperature have on enzymes during a fever?

Enzymes become inactive. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the pH level becomes too acidic or too alkaline for enzymes?

Enzymes may denature. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

Process and package proteins and lipids Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is responsible for enabling movement and chemotaxis in some cells?

Flagella Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?

Presence of a membrane-bound nucleus Signup and view all the answers

Which structure in plant cells is characterized by being rigid and non-living?

Cell wall Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum in a cell?

Calcium storage and lipid metabolism Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the pressure in plant cells that helps maintain their structure?

Turgor pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes cilia?

Short, hair-like appendages on the cell surface Signup and view all the answers

What are extremophiles known for?

Surviving in hostile environments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of cytokinesis in animal cells?

Formation of a cleavage furrow Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the failure of chromosomes to separate during cell division?

Nondisjunction Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a structural chromosomal aberration?

Duplication Signup and view all the answers

Which syndrome is associated with having an extra X chromosome?

Klinefelter Syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What forces are primarily responsible for the spontaneous formation of lipid bilayers?

Hydrophobic effect and van der Waals forces Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining property of lipids that makes them amphipathic?

Hydrophilic and hydrophobic components Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the process of gametogenesis?

Development of sperm and eggs Signup and view all the answers

What is the chromosomal condition associated with severe intellectual disability and physical abnormalities?

Patau Syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What factor does NOT affect the fluidity of the cell membrane?

Molecular weight of lipids Signup and view all the answers

How does cholesterol affect membrane fluidity at warm temperatures?

It restrains the movement of phospholipids Signup and view all the answers

Which model describes the structure of the plasma membrane as a mosaic of lipids and proteins?

Fluid mosaic model Signup and view all the answers

During sonication, what is the primary purpose of using sound waves?

To create artificial liposomes Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the membrane as temperatures cool?

It switches to a solid state Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of lipid bilayers being semi-permeable?

They selectively regulate the passage of solutes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of fatty acids lead to a more fluid membrane?

Unsaturated fatty acids Signup and view all the answers

What structural characteristic defines the phospholipid bilayer of the plasma membrane?

Hydrophobic tails are in contact with each other Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Abiogenesis and Biogenesis

Life came from non-living things (abiogenesis).
Life came from living things (biogenesis).
Francesco Redi disproved spontaneous generation using a three-jar experiment.
Louis Pasteur is credited for disproving spontaneous generation.

Cell Theory

Hooke, Leeuwenhoek, Schleiden, Schwann, and Virchow's discoveries led to the Cell Theory.
All living things are composed of one or more cells.
The cell is the basic unit of life.
All cells arise from pre-existing cells.

Cell Organelles

Cell Membrane (Plasma Membrane): Contains a phospholipid bilayer, separates the cell from the external environment, and controls the passage of molecules.
Cytoplasm: Gelatinous liquid filling the cell, provides structure, and is the site of metabolic reactions.
Nucleolus: An area within the nucleus made of RNA and proteins, responsible for ribosome synthesis.
Nucleus: Organelle that houses DNA and directs synthesis of ribosomes and proteins.
Ribosomes: Composed of RNA and protein, responsible for protein synthesis.
Mitochondria: Generate chemical energy (ATP - Adenosine Triphosphate) needed for cell processes.
Peroxisomes: Organelles involved in metabolism, reactive oxygen species detoxification, and signaling.
Vesicles: Transport materials, regulate waste, and destroy toxic substances and pathogens.
Vacuoles: Membrane-bound organelles that store waste (animal cells) or maintain water balance (plant cells).
Centrosome: Cellular structure involved in cell division.
Chloroplast: Site of photosynthesis (plant cells).
Cell Wall: A rigid, non-living permeable wall found in most plants, bacteria, fungi, and algae, provides structural support.
Smooth and Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum: Dynamic structure involved in calcium storage, protein synthesis, and lipid metabolism.
Golgi Apparatus: Processes and packages proteins and lipids for export out of the cell.
Cytoskeleton: Maintains cell shape, secures cell position, and allows for intracellular movement.

Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms lacking a membrane-bound nucleus. They include bacteria and archaea. Some prokaryotes are multicellular, but most are unicellular.
Prokaryotes exhibit three main shapes: cocci (round), bacilli (rod-shaped), and spirilla (helical).
Eukaryotes are organisms with cells containing a membrane-bound nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
Eukaryotes can be unicellular (e.g., protozoa) or multicellular (e.g., plants, animals, fungi).

Cell Division

Mitosis: A type of cell division that results in two daughter cells with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.
Cytokinesis: The division of the cytoplasm during cell division. It occurs differently in animal and plant cells. In animal cells, a cleavage furrow forms, constricting the cytoplasm until two daughter cells are formed.
Meiosis: A type of cell division that produces gametes (sperm and eggs) with half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell.
Spermatogenesis: The process of sperm production.
Oogenesis: The process of egg production.

Chromosomal Aberrations

Nondisjunction: The failure of chromosomes to separate during cell division, leading to daughter cells with abnormal numbers of chromosomes.
Aneuploidy: A condition of having missing or extra chromosomes.
- Turner Syndrome: Missing one X chromosome.
- Klinefelter Syndrome: Extra Y chromosome (XXY).
- Metafemale (Triple X Syndrome): Three X chromosomes (XXX).
- Jacob's Syndrome (Criminal Syndrome): Extra Y chromosome (XYY).
Autosomal Aberration: Aberration happening to chromosomes 1-22.
- Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome): Extra chromosome in the 21st pair.
- Trisomy 18 (Edward's Syndrome): Extra chromosome in the 18th pair.
- Trisomy 13 (Patau Syndrome): Extra chromosome in the 13th pair.
Structural Aberrations: Changes in chromosome structure.
- Deletion: A portion of a chromosome is lost.
- Duplication: A portion of a chromosome is duplicated.
- Inversion: A portion of a chromosome is flipped.
- Translocation: A portion of a chromosome is moved to another chromosome.

Lipids and Cell Membrane

Lipids: Amphipathic molecules with both hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties.
Lipid Bilayer: Formed by lipids with bulky polar tails (e.g., glycolipids, phospholipids, cholesterol lipids).
Micelles: Structures formed by lipids in water.
Hydrophobic Effect: The key driving force in membrane formation.
Sonification: Use of sound waves to create artificial liposomes (vesicles).

Membrane Transport Mechanisms

Plasma Membrane: Regulates the passage of solutes and separates the living cell from its surroundings.
Semi-permeable Barrier: Due to the lipid bilayer, the plasma membrane is selectively permeable.
Fluid Mosaic Model: Describes the cell membrane as a fluid bilayer of phospholipids with embedded proteins.
Davson-Danielli Model: An older model depicting the cell membrane as proteins sandwiched between two lipid layers.

Fluidity of the Cell Membrane

Factors Affecting Fluidity: Temperature, saturation of fatty acid tails, cholesterol presence, mosaic nature of proteins.
Temperature and Fluidity: Raising temperature increases fluidity, until extreme temperatures cause denaturation.
Unsaturated Fatty Acids: Membranes rich in unsaturated fatty acids are more fluid.
Cholesterol: Moderates fluidity at different temperatures.

Enzyme Function and Activity

Optimum Temperature: Enzymes have an optimal temperature for activity (often around 37°C for human enzymes).
High Temperatures: Can denature enzymes and lose their function.
Denaturation: Destruction of the enzyme's shape, rendering it inactive.
pH: Enzymes have an optimal pH range for activity. Too acidic or too alkaline can affect enzyme activity.
Substrate Concentration: Increasing substrate concentration increases the reaction rate until all enzyme molecules are saturated.
Enzyme Concentration: Increasing enzyme concentration speeds up the reaction rate as long as there is sufficient substrate.

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Explore the concepts of abiogenesis and biogenesis, and their historical significance in the study of life. This quiz also covers the foundational principles of cell theory and details about various cell organelles. Test your understanding of these fundamental biological concepts!