Biology Chapter: Microorganisms and Cells

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What process allows homologous chromosomes to pair up during Prophase 1 of meiosis?

Crossover

Synapsis (correct)

Anaphase

Telophase

During which phase of meiosis do sister chromatids separate at the centromere?

Metaphase 1

Anaphase (correct)

Telophase

Prophase 1

What is formed when crossing over occurs between non-sister chromatids?

Tetrads

Chiasmata (correct)

Diploid daughter cells

Sister chromatids

What structural component begins to form at opposite poles during Prophase 1?

Spindle fibers Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the nuclear membrane during Metaphase 1?

It disappears completely Signup and view all the answers

How many chromosomes are present in each new cell after the completion of meiosis in humans?

23 chromosomes Signup and view all the answers

What key event occurs during Telophase of meiosis?

Formation of the nuclear envelope Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the daughter cells at the end of meiosis?

They are haploid and genetically diverse Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?

Protein synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is responsible for breaking down molecules and recycling nutrients?

Lysosomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of chloroplasts in plant cells?

Photosynthesis Signup and view all the answers

Where in the cell is the nucleolus found, and what is its primary function?

In the nucleus, involved in ribosome synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which cellular component is directly involved in energy generation?

Mitochondria Signup and view all the answers

What cellular structure extends from the nuclear membrane to the cell membrane and is crucial for cellular function?

Endoplasmic reticulum Signup and view all the answers

What is the by-product of photosynthesis carried out by chloroplasts?

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What key function do proteins synthesized by ribosomes primarily serve?

Building cellular structures Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of unicellular eukaryotic cells?

They can exist independently or as part of multicellular organisms. Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the cell cycle is primarily responsible for cell growth and organelle duplication?

G1 phase Signup and view all the answers

What role do cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs) play in the cell cycle?

They promote events in the cell cycle. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the RB (retinoblastoma) protein on the cell cycle?

It halts the cell cycle until DNA damage is repaired. Signup and view all the answers

What results from uncontrolled cell division in the context of cancer?

Tumors form from mutated cells. Signup and view all the answers

During which cell cycle phase does DNA replication occur?

S phase Signup and view all the answers

What happens at the G1 control point of the cell cycle?

Replicated DNA is checked for damage. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about cancer cells is true?

They divide uncontrollably. Signup and view all the answers

What did Robert Brown discover within plant cells?

Nucleus Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist is associated with the development of the cell theory stating that all cells arise from pre-existing cells?

Rudolf Virchow Signup and view all the answers

What role does the cell membrane play in cellular function?

Selective barrier regulation Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the cell is described as a gel-like matrix involved in biochemical reactions?

Cytoplasm Signup and view all the answers

Who conducted extensive microscopic observations of animal tissues?

Theodor Schwann Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of proteins in the cell membrane?

Facilitating molecular transport Signup and view all the answers

What fundamental concept about cells was established by Matthias Schleiden?

All plants are made up of cells. Signup and view all the answers

What does the nucleus of a eukaryotic cell primarily do?

Stores and safeguards genetic information Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of phospholipid bilayers in cell membranes?

Act as a barrier to water-soluble molecules Signup and view all the answers

How do channel proteins assist in the movement of molecules across the cell membrane?

They form pores that allow substances to pass without binding Signup and view all the answers

What role do carrier proteins play in the movement of substances across cell membranes?

They facilitate movement along or against concentration gradients Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of glycoproteins in cell membranes?

To act as receptors and provide cell recognition Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic describes the semipermeable nature of cell membranes?

They selectively permit certain substances to enter or leave Signup and view all the answers

How do glycolipids contribute to cell membrane function?

They assist in cell recognition and immune response triggering Signup and view all the answers

In which way do integral proteins differ from peripheral proteins in the cell membrane?

They extend across the membrane and interact with the lipid bilayer Signup and view all the answers

What feature characterizes channel proteins in the context of membrane transport?

They form specific and selective pores for substances Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a function of the carbohydrate chains attached to glycoproteins and glycolipids?

Formation of energy storage compounds Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Structure and Basic Functions of Cells

Animalcules: Tiny living organisms first observed under a microscope, revolutionizing biological studies.
Cell Theory Contributions:
- Robert Brown identified the nucleus in cells.
- Matthias Schleiden stated all plants are composed of cells.
- Theodor Schwann noted that animals are also made of cells.
- Rudolf Virchow asserted that all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

Cell Components

Cell Membrane:
- Selectively permeable barrier controlling the exchange of substances between the internal and external environments.
Cytoplasm:
- Gel-like substance that supports cellular metabolism, energy production, and substance transport; contains water, salts, and proteins.
Cell Nucleus:
- Contains DNA, overseeing genetic information storage, gene expression, and cellular respiration processes for ATP generation.

Organelles and Protein Synthesis

Ribosome:
- Synthesizes proteins from mRNA, crucial for cell structure and function.
- Located in the cytoplasm and rough endoplasmic reticulum.
Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER):
- Interconnected membranes aiding in protein and lipid synthesis.

Cellular Processes

Chloroplasts:
- Found only in plant cells; converts solar energy into chemical energy via photosynthesis, producing glucose and oxygen.
Lysosomes:
- Responsible for breaking down waste materials and recycling nutrients.

The Cell Cycle

Phases:
- Divided into interphase (cell growth, organelle duplication, DNA replication) and mitotic phase (cell division).
Control Points:
- G1 phase acts as a "decision-making" step, ensuring DNA is intact before proceeding.

Cancer and Cell Regulation

Cancer results from uncontrolled cell division, often leading to tumor formation.
Mutations disrupt normal regulatory mechanisms, allowing damaged cells to proliferate.

Meiosis

Prophase I:
- Chromosomes condense and homologous chromosomes pair up (synapsis).
- Crossing over occurs, exchanging genetic material.
Anaphase I:
- Homologous chromosome pairs separate and migrate to opposite poles.

Membrane Structure and Function

Phospholipid Bilayer:
- Main component of cell membranes, acting as a barrier to water-soluble molecules.
Channel and Carrier Proteins:
- Channel proteins facilitate passive transport of ions and polar molecules.
- Carrier proteins alter their shape to transport substances across the membrane.
Glycoproteins and Glycolipids:
- Act as cell markers for recognition and stabilization within the cell membrane, triggering immune responses.

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