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What is the primary difference between a haploid and a diploid cell?
What is the primary difference between a haploid and a diploid cell?
During which stage of mitosis do the chromosomes line up at the center of the cell?
During which stage of mitosis do the chromosomes line up at the center of the cell?
What is the primary function of meiosis in multicellular organisms?
What is the primary function of meiosis in multicellular organisms?
What is the result of cytokinesis in animal cells?
What is the result of cytokinesis in animal cells?
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What is the definition of cell continuity?
What is the definition of cell continuity?
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What is the characteristic of cancer cells?
What is the characteristic of cancer cells?
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During which stage of the cell cycle are the chromosomes in the form of chromatin?
During which stage of the cell cycle are the chromosomes in the form of chromatin?
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What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the primary function of the nucleus in a cell?
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Which organelle is responsible for producing chlorophyll?
Which organelle is responsible for producing chlorophyll?
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What is the main function of the cytoplasm?
What is the main function of the cytoplasm?
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What is the function of the cell wall in plant cells?
What is the function of the cell wall in plant cells?
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What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?
What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?
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What is the main function of a transmission electron microscope?
What is the main function of a transmission electron microscope?
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What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?
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What is the primary function of ribosomes?
What is the primary function of ribosomes?
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What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?
What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?
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What is the function of the fine focus knob in a microscope?
What is the function of the fine focus knob in a microscope?
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What is the main function of an organ system?
What is the main function of an organ system?
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What is the main function of the cell membrane?
What is the main function of the cell membrane?
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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?
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What type of microscope provides a surface view of the specimen?
What type of microscope provides a surface view of the specimen?
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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
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What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?
What is the function of the diaphragm in a microscope?
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What is an organelle?
What is an organelle?
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Which of the following organelles are present in plant cells but not in animal cells?
Which of the following organelles are present in plant cells but not in animal cells?
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What is the function of the cytoplasm?
What is the function of the cytoplasm?
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What is the function of the fine focus knob in a microscope?
What is the function of the fine focus knob in a microscope?
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Study Notes
Cell Biology
- Cell continuity: all cells develop from pre-existing cells
Cell Types
- Haploid cell: a cell with one of each type of chromosome
- Diploid cell: a cell with two of each type of chromosome
- Chromatin: the form of chromosomes during interphase
Mitosis
- Definition: nuclear division of one cell to produce two identical daughter cells
- Function in unicellular organisms: asexual reproduction
- Function in multicellular organisms: growth
- Stages: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase
Cytokinesis
- Definition: physical splitting of the cell during cell division
- Form in animal cells: cleavage furrow
- Form in plant cells: cell plate
Meiosis
- Definition: form of nuclear division resulting in four genetically varied daughter cells
- Function in multicellular organisms: sexual reproduction
Cellular Abnormalities
- Cancer: uncontrollable rate of cell division
Cell Biology Concepts
- A cell represents the simplest unit of life, exhibiting all living characteristics.
- Tissue is defined as a group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function.
- An organ consists of various tissues collaborating to execute a particular function.
- An organ system comprises multiple organs coordinating their functions for a common purpose.
Microscopy Techniques
- A transmission electron microscope reveals the internal structure of cells with high detail.
- A scanning electron microscope provides a detailed surface view of specimens.
- The diaphragm in a microscope regulates the amount of light illuminating the specimen.
- The fine focus knob is utilized for precise focusing of the microscope image.
Organelles and Their Functions
- Organelles are specialized cell components with specific roles in cell function.
- Plant cells possess unique organelles not found in animal cells, including cell walls, chloroplasts, and vacuoles.
- The cell wall provides structural strength and support to the cell.
- Vacuoles primarily serve to maintain cell strength and storage of substances.
- Chloroplasts are responsible for producing chlorophyll, essential for photosynthesis.
- Ribosomes are the cellular machinery for protein synthesis.
- The nucleus governs cell activities and houses genetic information.
- Cytoplasm serves as the environment for cellular reactions.
- Mitochondria are the sites of cellular respiration, generating energy for the cell.
Cell Membrane Functions
- The cell membrane retains cellular contents and is essential for cellular integrity.
- It recognizes molecules that come into contact with the cell.
- The membrane controls the entry and exit of substances in and out of the cell.
- It provides structural support for the cell.
Cellular Classification
- Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, distinguishing them from eukaryotic cells, which contain these structures.
Cell Biology Concepts
- A cell represents the simplest unit of life, exhibiting all living characteristics.
- Tissue is defined as a group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function.
- An organ consists of various tissues collaborating to execute a particular function.
- An organ system comprises multiple organs coordinating their functions for a common purpose.
Microscopy Techniques
- A transmission electron microscope reveals the internal structure of cells with high detail.
- A scanning electron microscope provides a detailed surface view of specimens.
- The diaphragm in a microscope regulates the amount of light illuminating the specimen.
- The fine focus knob is utilized for precise focusing of the microscope image.
Organelles and Their Functions
- Organelles are specialized cell components with specific roles in cell function.
- Plant cells possess unique organelles not found in animal cells, including cell walls, chloroplasts, and vacuoles.
- The cell wall provides structural strength and support to the cell.
- Vacuoles primarily serve to maintain cell strength and storage of substances.
- Chloroplasts are responsible for producing chlorophyll, essential for photosynthesis.
- Ribosomes are the cellular machinery for protein synthesis.
- The nucleus governs cell activities and houses genetic information.
- Cytoplasm serves as the environment for cellular reactions.
- Mitochondria are the sites of cellular respiration, generating energy for the cell.
Cell Membrane Functions
- The cell membrane retains cellular contents and is essential for cellular integrity.
- It recognizes molecules that come into contact with the cell.
- The membrane controls the entry and exit of substances in and out of the cell.
- It provides structural support for the cell.
Cellular Classification
- Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, distinguishing them from eukaryotic cells, which contain these structures.
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Learn about the basics of cell biology, including cell continuity, cell types, and the process of mitosis. Understand the characteristics of haploid and diploid cells and the stages of mitosis.
