Biology Unit 1: Cell Structure & Function
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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the human body?

  • Forming bones and muscles
  • Making genetic blueprints
  • Providing stored energy reserves
  • Serving as the body's main source of energy (correct)

    • Which term refers to the simplest unit of carbohydrates?

  • Oligosaccharide
  • Monosaccharide (correct)
  • Polysaccharide
  • Disaccharide

    • What are the two primary categories of carbohydrates?

  • Monosaccharides and polysaccharides
  • Simple sugars and complex sugars
  • Sugars and starches (correct)
  • Simple sugars and proteins

    • What role do enzymes play in carbohydrate breakdown?

    <p>They lower the activation energy needed for the reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for forming new bones and muscles?

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

    What is a characteristic of polysaccharides?

    <p>They are the largest unit of carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of carbohydrate consists of 3-10 monosaccharide units?

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

    Why are enzymes considered catalysts in biological reactions?

    <p>They speed up reactions without changing themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who coined the term 'cell' in biology?

    <p>Robert Hooke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist is known for the discovery of the nucleus?

    <p>Robert Brown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a fundamental statement of the cell theory?

    <p>Cells are the basic unit of structure and function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?

    <p>They are typically unicellular organisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of cell identified in the content?

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

    Which of the following statements about eukaryotic cells is true?

    <p>They contain organelles surrounded by membranes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist contributed to the understanding that all cells arise from preexisting cells?

    <p>Rudolf Virchow</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Storage of genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the molecule that enzymes act upon called?

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

    Which of the following elements are NOT found in proteins?

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

    What is formed when amino acids bond together?

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

    Which of these substances plays a role in breaking down lipids?

    <p>Enzymes and bile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of macromolecule is DNA classified as?

    <p>Nucleic Acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding enzymes?

    <p>Enzymes are affected by temperature and pH.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes triglycerides?

    <p>They are a type of lipid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the body utilize proteins?

    <p>By breaking them down into amino acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for producing energy through chemical reactions?

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

    What is the primary function of the cell membrane?

    <p>Control movement in and out of the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is only found in plant cells?

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

    What is the main role of lysosomes in a cell?

    <p>Digest proteins, fats, and carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure that surrounds the nucleus?

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

    What organelle is involved in protein synthesis?

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

    Which organelle helps in moving materials within and out of the cell?

    <p>Golgi Bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The gel-like mixture within a cell is referred to as what?

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

    Which component is responsible for the structural integrity of plant cells?

    <p>Cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle contains RNA and plays a key role in building proteins?

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

    Study Notes

    History of Cell Study

    • Robert Hooke (1665) identified and named "cells" while observing cork cells.
    • Antonie van Leeuwenhoek developed advanced optics to visualize single cells, which were not utilized for 200 years.
    • Robert Brown (1831) discovered the "nucleus" as a significant cell structure.
    • Theodor Schwann (1838) observed animal cells in cartilage, asserting that cells are fundamental to both plants and animals.
    • Mattias Schleiden posited that cells form the basis of life.
    • Rudolf Virchow (1858) established that all cells arise from pre-existing cells.

    Cell Theory

    • All living organisms are comprised of one or more cells.
    • Cells serve as the basic unit of structure and function in living things.
    • All cells derive from pre-existing cells.

    Definition and Types of Cells

    • A cell is the smallest unit capable of performing life functions.
    • Two main types of cells are:
      • Prokaryotic: Lack membrane-bound structures, few internal components, and include single-celled organisms like bacteria.
      • Eukaryotic: Contain membrane-bound organelles and are more complex; includes plant and animal cells.

    Common Cell Structures in Plant and Animal Cells

    • Found in both: Nucleus, Golgi Complex, Mitochondria, Lysosomes, Endoplasmic Reticulum, Cell Membrane, Ribosomes, Vacuoles.
    • Unique to Plant Cells: Chloroplasts, Cell Wall.

    Cell Components and Organelles

    • Cell Membrane: Outer layer controlling movement in and out, consists of a double layer.
    • Cell Wall: Found in plant cells and bacteria for support and protection.
    • Nucleus: Directs cell activities, contains DNA, surrounded by a nuclear membrane.
    • Cytoplasm: Gel-like substance within the cell membrane containing hereditary material.
    • Endoplasmic Reticulum: Transports materials; smooth type lacks ribosomes, rough type contains ribosomes.
    • Ribosomes: Produce proteins, can be free or bound to the endoplasmic reticulum.
    • Mitochondria: Energy producers that break down nutrients and control material levels.
    • Golgi Bodies: Package and distribute proteins within and outside the cell.
    • Lysosomes: Digestive organelles that break down waste and can cause cell breakdown if ruptured.
    • Vacuoles: Storage areas for nutrients and waste, help maintain cell structure.
    • Chloroplasts: Site of photosynthesis, contain chlorophyll, primarily in plant cells.

    Macromolecules

    • Four major macromolecules essential for life: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

    Carbohydrates

    • The primary energy source for the body composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a 1:2:1 ratio.
    • Categories:
      • Monosaccharides: Simple sugars (e.g., glucose).
      • Disaccharides: Two monosaccharides (e.g., lactose, sucrose).
      • Polysaccharides: Long chains (e.g., starch).
    • Broken down by enzymes into simple sugars, crucial for energy release.

    Role of Enzymes

    • Enzymes lower activation energy, facilitating faster biochemical reactions without changing.
    • Each enzyme acts on a specific substrate and is sensitive to factors like temperature and pH.

    Proteins

    • Composed of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen, used for growth and repair of tissues.
    • Comprised of amino acids linked into peptides and polypeptides.
    • Breakdown of proteins into amino acids occurs in the stomach and small intestine.

    Lipids

    • Serve as energy reserves, insulation, and assist in vitamin absorption.
    • Consist of triglycerides, formed from glycerol and fatty acids.
    • Lipids are degraded into fatty acids and glycerol by enzymes in the small intestine.

    Nucleic Acids

    • Store and transmit genetic information.
    • Made up of nucleotides; DNA is a critical example.
    • Not obtained through food, unlike the other macromolecules.

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