Biology Chapter on Membrane Transport

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What is the primary function of mitochondria in the cell?

Intracellular digestion

Lipid production

Protein synthesis

ATP synthesis (correct)

Which structure is involved in the production of membrane-bound proteins?

Rough endoplasmic reticulum (correct)

Golgi apparatus

Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

Mitochondria

What is the role of the Golgi apparatus?

Synthesize lipids

Detoxify harmful substances

Package and modify proteins (correct)

Digest cellular components

Which type of organelle is characterized by containing hydrolytic enzymes?

Lysosomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

Detoxification and lipid synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cell extension primarily facilitates movement in many living organisms?

Flagella Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of microvilli?

Increase surface area for absorption Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the cytoskeleton is primarily responsible for maintaining cell shape?

Intermediate filaments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?

To serve as a command center for DNA replication and RNA synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes tight junctions?

Junctions that seal adjacent cells and prevent protein movement Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the cytoplasm?

Cellular material outside the nucleus and inside the plasma membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the plasma membrane?

To act as a selective barrier regulating material passage Signup and view all the answers

What are connexons?

Functional units responsible for intercellular communication Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately positions mitochondria?

They are double-membrane structures involved in energy production Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes inclusions within the cytosol?

Non-membrane bound substances with little to no metabolic activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of desmosomes?

They are spot-like structures for strong cell adhesion Signup and view all the answers

Which type of gland is characterized by the secretion of products directly into the bloodstream?

Endocrine glands Signup and view all the answers

What component of connective tissue provides metabolic support through diffusion?

Interstitial fluid Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connective tissue is least likely to be well vascularized?

Tendons Signup and view all the answers

What are the main types of fibers found in connective tissue?

Collagen, reticular, elastic Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelium is specialized for secretion and can be divided into exocrine and endocrine glands?

Glandular epithelium Signup and view all the answers

What element is NOT a part of the extracellular matrix in connective tissue?

Auditory canals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT accurately describe the function of glandular epithelium?

Release of antibodies Signup and view all the answers

Which connective tissue type is primarily responsible for storing fat?

Loose connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes passive transport mechanisms?

They move substances along the concentration gradient. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of exocytosis?

To secrete hormones and eject wastes. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tissue is responsible for absorption in the digestive system?

Epithelial tissue Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes simple cuboidal epithelium?

It consists of a single layer of cube-shaped cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of stratified squamous epithelium?

It can be keratinized or nonkeratinized. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Na-K pump in active transport?

To move substances against the concentration gradient. Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?

Interphase Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelial tissue is primarily involved in protection?

Stratified squamous Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is not true for epithelial tissues?

They are vascular and have a blood supply. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during metaphase of mitosis?

Chromosomes align in the center of the cell. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes loose connective tissue compared to dense connective tissue?

It has more cells and fewer fibers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of adipose tissue?

Stores fat and provides thermal insulation. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes fibrocartilage from other types of cartilage?

It consists of a mix of hyaline cartilage and dense connective tissue. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of bone tissue?

Transmits electrochemical impulses. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of chondrocytes in cartilage?

Produce and maintain extracellular matrix components. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle tissue is characterized by striations and is under voluntary control?

Skeletal muscle. Signup and view all the answers

How does the structure of cardiac muscle differ from skeletal muscle?

Cardiac muscle contains intercalated discs. Signup and view all the answers

What defines dense regular connective tissue?

It consists mostly of parallel collagen bundles. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of blood as a connective tissue?

It protects against pathogens. Signup and view all the answers

What is a major characteristic of smooth muscle tissue?

It contains no striations. Signup and view all the answers

Which organ is most likely to contain reticular connective tissue?

Spleen. Signup and view all the answers

What type of connective tissue primarily provides cushioning at joints?

Hyaline cartilage. Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT part of the extracellular matrix in cartilage?

Adipocytes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of neuroglia in the nervous system?

Supporting neuronal survival and function. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Membrane Transport

Nutrient uptake occurs selectively, preventing entry of undesirable substances in healthy cells.
Passive transport includes:
- Diffusion: Movement of solutes from high to low concentration, either simple or facilitated.
- Osmosis: Water movement from low solute concentration to high solute concentration.
Active transport involves:
- Solute movement from low to high concentration, against the concentration gradient.
- Requires ATP; an example is the Na-K pump.
Vesicular transport:
- Exocytosis: Active secretion of substances (e.g., hormones, waste).
- Endocytosis: Engulfing extracellular substances into vesicles, requiring ATP.

Cell Cycle

Interphase: Cell growth, DNA replication, preparation for division.
Cell Division: Parent cell reproduces, resulting in daughter cells with identical chromosomal sets.
Mitosis: Observable cell division under a microscope, subdivided into Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

Body Tissues

Tissues consist of similar cells that perform collective functions.
Four basic types:
- Epithelial: Covers surfaces and forms glands.
- Connective: Supports and connects other tissues.
- Muscle: Facilitates movement.
- Nervous: Transmits signals.

Epithelial Tissue

Functions: Protection, absorption, filtration, secretion.
Characteristics:
- Cells closely packed to form sheets.
- Apical surface facing external environment or cavity.
- Basal surface attached to a basement membrane.
- Avascular but capable of regeneration.
Classification:
- By layers: Simple (one layer) vs. Stratified (multiple layers).
- By shape: Squamous (flat), Cuboidal (cube-shaped), Columnar (tall).

Types of Epithelial Tissue

Simple Squamous:
- Single layer of flattened cells; found in endothelium and mesothelium.
- Functions in filtration and gas exchange.
Simple Cuboidal:
- Single layer of cube-shaped cells; found in kidneys and glands.
- Functions in secretion and covering.
Simple Columnar:
- Single layer of tall cells; may have cilia/microvilli.
- Found in digestive tract and respiratory tract; functions in absorption and secretion.
Stratified Squamous:
- Multiple layers of flattened cells; prevalent in skin and mucous membranes.
- Provides protection against abrasion; can be keratinized or non-keratinized.

Glandular Epithelium

Composed of cells that synthesize and secrete products.
Exocrine glands: Have ducts and secrete products to external surfaces (e.g., sweat glands).
Endocrine glands: Ductless, release hormones directly into the bloodstream (e.g., thyroid, adrenal).

Connective Tissue

Most abundant tissue type, provides structure and support.
Vascularized, except tendons, ligaments, and cartilage.
Composed of an extracellular matrix made of ground substance (water and macromolecules) and fibers (collagen, reticular, elastic).

Tissue Types in Connective Tissue

Loose Connective Tissue: Flexible and supportive.
Dense Connective Tissue: Provides strength and resistance to stretching.
Bone: Rigid structure for support.
Cartilage: Flexible support and cushioning in joints.
Blood: Fluid connective tissue, transporting nutrients and waste.### Connective Tissue
Connective tissue is categorized into "loose" (less collagen) and "dense" (more collagen) types.
Loose connective tissue is softer with more cells and fewer fibers, providing cushioning and flexibility.

Types of Loose Connective Tissue

Areolar
- Most widely distributed connective tissue in the body.
- Soft, pliable structure acts as a cushion for organs.
- Lamina propria is the soft layer of areolar tissue underlying mucous membranes.
Adipose
- Composed mainly of fat-storing cells (adipocytes).
- Adipocytes contain glistening oil droplets, displacing their nuclei.
- Functions include energy storage, organ protection (e.g., kidneys, eyeballs), and body thermal insulation.
Reticular
- Features a delicate network of interwoven reticular fibers.
- Forms the stroma (internal framework) of organs like bone marrow, lymph nodes, and spleen.

Dense Connective Tissue

Comprised mainly of collagen fibers, providing structural strength and protection.
Fewer cells than loose connective tissue.
Types:
- Dense Irregular Connective Tissue
  - Collagen fibers arranged in random bundles, with no definite orientation.
  - Found in the deep dermis of skin and capsules surrounding organs.
- Dense Regular Connective Tissue
  - Composed mostly of aligned type I collagen bundles and fibroblasts.
  - Provides strength against prolonged stress in one direction, seen in tendons, aponeuroses, and ligaments.

Bone

Known as osseous tissue, composed of osteocytes (bone cells).
Functions include protecting organs, enclosing cavities for blood cell production, and serving as a reservoir of ions.
Key components include osteocytes, osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and Haversian canals (functional units).

Cartilage

More flexible than bone, with high concentrations of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and proteoglycans.
Chondrocytes are cartilage cells located in cavities called lacunae.
Functions include cushioning joints and guiding bone growth during development.

Types of Cartilage

Hyaline Cartilage
- Most common type, with collagen fibers hidden in a smooth matrix.
- Found in joints, respiratory passages, and rib connections to sternum.
Elastic Cartilage
- Similar to hyaline but has more elastic fibers, providing greater flexibility.
- Located in structures such as the auricle of the ear and epiglottis.
Fibrocartilage
- A mix of hyaline cartilage and dense connective tissue.
- Provides tough, cushioning support in intervertebral discs and pelvic symphysis.

Blood

A type of vascular tissue consisting of blood cells suspended in plasma.
Soluble proteins serve as fibers, visible during clotting.
Functions to transport nutrients, wastes, gases, and immune cells throughout the body.

Muscle Tissue

Highly specialized for contraction, generating movements within organ systems.
Contraction arises from sliding interactions between thick (myosin) and thin (actin) filaments.
Types:
- Skeletal Muscle
  - Striated, voluntary muscle attached to the skeleton.
  - Long, multinucleated fibers enable quick, powerful contractions.
- Cardiac Muscle
  - Found exclusively in the heart, with striations and a single, central nucleus.
  - Intercalated discs connect cells, facilitating coordinated contractions.
- Smooth Muscle
  - Also known as visceral muscle, non-striated and spindle-shaped.
  - Composes the walls of organs and blood vessels, contracting in unison through gap junctions.

Nervous Tissue

Key functional unit is the neuron, responsible for conducting impulses.
Parts of Neuron:
- Cell body contains the nucleus.
- Axon transmits impulses away from the cell body.
- Dendrites receive signals.
Neuroglia (Glial Cells)
- Support and protect neurons; significantly more abundant than neurons.

Overview of Body Tissues

Epithelial Tissue: Classified by number of layers and cell shape.
Connective Tissue: Includes loose (Areolar, Adipose, Reticular), dense (Regular, Irregular), bone, cartilage (Hyaline, Elastic, Fibrocartilage), and blood.
Muscle Tissue: Skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
Nervous Tissue: Comprised of neurons and glial cells.

Review Topics

Cell structure (nucleus, plasma membrane, cytoplasm)
Membrane transport and the cell cycle
Central dogma of molecular biology
Different types of body tissues.

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