Biology: Prokaryotic Cells Overview
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What is the primary role of anabolism in cellular processes?

  • Dividing the parent cell into multiple daughter cells
  • Breaking down complex molecules for energy
  • Constructing complex molecules for growth and repair (correct)
  • Facilitating cellular communication with the environment

    • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

  • Absence of a defined nucleus
  • Containment of genetic material in a nucleus (correct)
  • Presence of ribosomes as the only organelles
  • Presence of a cell wall

    • What component surrounds the cytoplasm and regulates the exchange of substances in a cell?

  • Cell wall
  • Nucleoid
  • Cell membrane (correct)
  • Bacterial capsule

    • What is the function of pili in prokaryotic cells?

    <p>Adherence to surfaces and DNA exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes a diffference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells contain a nucleus, while prokaryotic cells do not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During cellular reproduction, what is the result of cell division in a multicellular organism?

    <p>Both B and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cell membrane in eukaryotic cells?

    <p>To regulate the exchange of substances with the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the bacterial capsule?

    <p>Adhesion and protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components is NOT found in the cytoplasm?

    <p>Nuclear pores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure surrounds the nucleus of a eukaryotic cell?

    <p>Nuclear envelope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines a nucleoid in prokaryotic cells?

    <p>The region containing the cell's circular DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs in the mitochondria of eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Cellular respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organelle is described as non-membranous and involved in protein synthesis?

    <p>Ribosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main structural function of the cytoskeleton?

    <p>Maintaining cell shape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of Endoplasmic Reticulum has ribosomes attached to it?

    <p>Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component of the cell membrane contributes to its fluid mosaic structure?

    <p>Phospholipids, carbohydrates, and cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum?

    <p>Transport of proteins to the Golgi Apparatus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tissue primarily makes up the outer layer of human skin?

    <p>Epidermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do lysosomes contain that is vital for cellular processes?

    <p>Enzymes for cellular digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the cylindrical structures composed of protein fibers found in the centrosome called?

    <p>Centrioles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of epithelial tissue regulates the exchange of substances and protects surfaces?

    <p>Covering epithelium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Golgi Apparatus in cellular function?

    <p>Processing and packaging proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of glandular epithelial tissue?

    <p>Produces and secretes substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of vesicles are produced by the Golgi Apparatus?

    <p>Secretory vesicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of gland secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream?

    <p>Endocrine gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of connective tissue is responsible for the formation of blood cells?

    <p>Blood tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of skeletal muscle tissue?

    <p>It is voluntary and striated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are responsible for the formation of bone?

    <p>Osteoblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of muscle tissue is found in the walls of internal organs?

    <p>Smooth muscle tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which connective tissue acts to protect organs by storing fat?

    <p>Adipose tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of neurons?

    <p>Transmit and receive information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of connective tissue?

    <p>Hemoglobin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of neurons in the nervous system?

    <p>To transmit nerve impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are glial cells primarily responsible for?

    <p>Feeding and supporting neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly defines an organ?

    <p>A group of tissues working together for a specific function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered an organ system?

    <p>Muscle Cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ system is primarily associated with the process of interaction?

    <p>Nervous System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cell Interaction

    • Cells obtain information from their environment and communicate with each other.

    Cellular Reproduction

    • Parent cell divides into two or more new cells.
    • Unicellular organisms reproduce a whole organism through cell division.
    • Multicellular organisms rely on cell division for growth and repair.

    Prokaryotic Cells

    • Simple structure, generally smaller than eukaryotic cells.
    • Lack a nucleus, genetic material dispersed in the cytoplasm.
    • Ribosomes are the only organelles.
    • Cell membrane covered by a cell wall.
    • Bacteria are prokaryotes.

    Prokaryotic Structures

    • Plasma Membrane: Surrounds cytoplasm, regulates substance exchange.
    • Cell Wall: Thick and rigid layer, protects bacteria and provides shape.
    • Bacterial Capsule: Thick outer covering in some bacteria, promotes adhesion and protects the cell.
    • Cytoplasm: Liquid substance filling internal space.
    • Nucleoid: Bacterial chromosome, circular DNA molecule containing genetic information.
    • Ribosomes: Organelles responsible for protein synthesis.
    • Inclusions: Aggregates of stable substances, often proteins.
    • Appendices: Structures like flagella and cilia involved in movement.
      • Flagella: Longer, few per cell.
      • Cilia: Shorter, more numerous.
      • Fimbriae: Short and numerous, help bacteria adhere to surfaces.
      • Pili: Responsible for DNA exchange between bacterial cells.

    Eukaryotic Cells

    • More complex and larger than prokaryotic cells.
    • Range in size from 10-100 µm to several centimeters.
    • Found in animals and plants.
    • All have three primary structures: cell membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus.

    Eukaryotic Structures

    • Cell Membrane: Surrounds the cell, enables substance exchange. Composed of phospholipids, cholesterol, and proteins in a "fluid mosaic" structure.
    • Cytoplasm: Substance filling the space between the membrane and nucleus. Contains:
      • Hyaloplasm: Fluid component of the cytoplasm.
      • Organelles: Cellular structures carrying out different functions.
      • Cytoskeleton: Protein fibers involved in movement, internal organization, and cell division.
    • Nucleus: Spherical structure, contains chromatin (genetic material) controlling cellular function. Surrounded by a double membrane called the nuclear envelope with nuclear pores regulating exchange between the nucleus and the cell.

    Cytoskeleton

    • Network of different protein filaments maintaining cell shape and facilitating the movement of cells, organelles, and internal vesicles.

    Mitochondria

    • Oval-shaped organelle with two membranes.
    • Outer membrane is smooth, inner membrane folds forming cristae.
    • Produces energy through cellular respiration.

    Ribosomes

    • Non-membranous organelles composed of RNA and proteins.
    • Located free in the cytoplasm or attached to the rough endoplasmic reticulum.
    • Responsible for protein synthesis.

    Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)

    • Network of interconnected membranous sacs and channels.
    • Two types:
      • Rough ER: Connected to nuclear envelope, has attached ribosomes. Involved in protein processing and transport to the Golgi apparatus.
      • Smooth ER: Lacks ribosomes, responsible for lipid synthesis.

    Golgi Apparatus

    • Flat, membranous sacs arranged in layers.
    • Stores, processes, and packages proteins from the rough ER.
    • Produces secretory vesicles to transport proteins outside the cell.

    Vesicles

    • Small, rounded organelles storing and transporting substances.

    Lysosomes

    • Rounded vesicles produced by the Golgi apparatus.
    • Contain enzymes involved in cellular digestion.

    Centrosome

    • Consists of two centrioles (cylindrical structures composed of protein fibers).
    • Controls chromosome movement during cell division.

    Human Tissues

    • Group of specialized cells working together to perform a specific function.
    • Four types: epithelial, connective, muscle, nervous.

    Epithelial Tissue

    • Generally polyhedral-shaped cells.
    • Closely packed together and arranged in layers.
    • Two main groups: covering epithelia and glandular epithelia.

    Covering Epithelia

    • Covers internal and external body surfaces.
    • Protects surfaces and regulates substance exchange.
    • Types vary depending on location:
      • Epidermis: Many cell layers, forms the outer layer of human skin.
      • Mucous membrane: Protects internal cavities like the digestive and respiratory tracts.
      • Endothelia: Single layer of cells, lines internal surfaces of the body like blood vessels and the heart.

    Glandular Epithelia

    • Makes up glands.
    • Produces and secretes substances.
    • Three types of glands:
      • Exocrine glands: Secrete substances into a body cavity or outside the body.
      • Endocrine glands: Secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream.
      • Mixed glands: Have both exocrine and endocrine functions.

    Connective Tissue

    • Connects other tissues.
    • Three components: cells, fibers, and intercellular substances (matrix).
    • Several types:
      • Osseous or Bone Tissue: Strong, solid matrix, osteoblasts (responsible for bone formation), and osteocytes (mature bone cells).
      • Adipose Tissue: Made up of fat cells (adipocytes) that store lipids. Protects some organs.
      • Cartilage Tissue: Chrondocytes (cells) contain elastic fibres and produce a solid, flexible matrix like the cartilage found at joints.
      • Connective Tissue Proper: Found between tissues and organs, holding them together. Examples include tendons and ligaments.
      • Blood Tissue: Red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes), and platelets (thrombocytes). Liquid matrix called plasma with no fibers. Transports substances.

    Muscle Tissue

    • Contractile tissue with elongated cells called myocytes or muscle fibers.
    • Three types:
      • Smooth Muscle Tissue: Single nucleus, contraction is slow and involuntary. Found in the walls of internal organs.
      • Skeletal Muscle Tissue: Many nuclei, skeletal muscles are striated, contraction is fast and voluntary. Found in skeletal muscles.
      • Cardiac Muscle Tissue: Cells joined in a network, single nucleus, contraction is fast and involuntary. Found in the heart wall.

    Nervous Tissue

    • Cells transmit and receive information throughout the body.
    • Two types of cells:

    Neurons (Nerve Cells)

    • Star-shaped with many projections.
    • Specialized in transmitting nerve impulses (electrical impulses).
    • Two types of projections:
      • Dendrites: Branching projections receiving nerve impulses from previous neurons.
      • Axon: Single projection covered by a sheath, sending nerve impulses to the following neuron.

    Glial Cells

    • Feed and support neurons.
    • Do not transmit nerve impulses.

    Organs and Organ Systems

    • Organ: Group of tissues working together to perform a specific function or action. Examples include the heart, skin, and muscles.
    • Organ System: Group of organs working together to perform one or more functions.

    Organ Systems Grouped by Life Function:

    • Nutrition: Digestive, Respiratory, Circulatory, Excretory.
    • Interaction: Nervous, Endocrine, Muscular, Skeletal.
    • Reproduction: Male Reproductive, Female Reproductive.

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