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What is homeostasis?
What is homeostasis?
Maintenance of an internal balance needed for survival
What is an example of homeostasis?
What is an example of homeostasis?
Cells are the Basic Unit of Life
What are the three principles of the cell theory?
What are the three principles of the cell theory?
All organisms are made of cells, all existing cells are produced by other living cells, and the cell is the most basic unit of life.
Which of the following are characteristics all cells share?
Which of the following are characteristics all cells share?
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Eukaryotic cells do not have a nucleus.
Eukaryotic cells do not have a nucleus.
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What organelle supplies energy to the cell?
What organelle supplies energy to the cell?
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What is the function of lysosomes?
What is the function of lysosomes?
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The ____ is the rigid structure outside the plasma membrane in plant cells.
The ____ is the rigid structure outside the plasma membrane in plant cells.
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Match the following organelles with their primary functions:
Match the following organelles with their primary functions:
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Study Notes
Homeostasis
- Homeostasis refers to the maintenance of an internal balance essential for survival.
- An example of homeostasis is the regulation of cellular conditions.
Cell Theory
- The cell theory was developed from the contributions of many scientists and advancements in microscopy.
- It includes three main principles:
- All organisms are composed of cells.
- All existing cells arise from pre-existing living cells.
- The cell is the most fundamental unit of life.
Characteristics of Cells
- All cells share certain characteristics:
- Contain DNA.
- Enclosed by a cell membrane.
- Filled with cytoplasm.
Types of Cells
- Two main types of cells exist: eukaryotic and prokaryotic.
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Eukaryotic Cells:
- Have a nucleus.
- Contain membrane-bound organelles.
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Prokaryotic Cells:
- Lack a nucleus.
- Do not have membrane-bound organelles.
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Eukaryotic Cells:
Eukaryotic Cell Structure
- Eukaryotic cells possess an internal structure, including:
- Nucleus: Stores genetic information.
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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Involved in various processes; consists of:
- Rough ER: Studded with ribosomes, synthesizes proteins.
- Smooth ER: Lacks ribosomes, involved in lipid synthesis.
- Ribosomes: Link amino acids to form proteins.
- Mitochondria: Generate energy by breaking down sugars and producing ATP.
- Vacuoles: Fluid-filled sacs for storage of materials.
- Lysosomes: Contain enzymes to digest and detoxify waste material.
Organelles Functions
- Golgi Body: Processes and packages materials into vesicles for transport.
- Cytoplasm: Gel-like substance where cellular processes occur.
- Cell Membrane: Regulates what enters and leaves the cell.
- Cell Wall (in plants): Rigid structure providing support and protection.
Importance of Microscopy
- Improvements in microscopy allowed for the discovery and understanding of cell structures and functions.
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Explore the crucial concepts of homeostasis and the foundational principles of cell theory in this quarter 1 quiz. Understand how these concepts contribute to the maintenance of life and the understanding of biological organisms. Perfect for students looking to review key topics in biology.
