Cell Biology: Lysosomes and Cytoskeleton

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What distinguishes cardiac muscle cells from skeletal muscle cells?

Cardiac muscle cells do not contain intercalated discs.

Cardiac muscle cells have a centrally located nucleus and branch. (correct)

Cardiac muscle cells are under voluntary control.

Cardiac muscle cells have multiple nuclei.

Which type of muscle is referred to as involuntary muscle?

Smooth muscle (correct)

All muscle types

Skeletal muscle

Cardiac muscle

Which component of nervous tissue is responsible for transmitting stimuli?

Neurons (correct)

Dendrites

Neuroglia

Cell body

What is the function of gap junctions in cardiac muscle cells?

To facilitate cell communication Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is NOT characteristic of smooth muscle?

Striated appearance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of epithelial tissue?

Covering surfaces and lining internal cavities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with epithelial tissue?

High intercellular material Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the basement membrane in epithelial tissue?

Separating epithelial tissue from connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

Which type of epithelial tissue is responsible for secretion?

Glandular epithelium Signup and view all the answers

What type of epithelial cell shape is characterized by flatness?

Squamous Signup and view all the answers

How do epithelial tissues acquire nutrients for cellular processes?

Through diffusion from neighboring connective tissues Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a category of tissue in the human body?

Connective ligament Signup and view all the answers

Where is the upper surface of epithelial cells typically found?

Free or exposed to external or internal surfaces Signup and view all the answers

In which types of cells are lysosomes commonly found?

Animals, Protoctista, and Fungi Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of microfilaments within the cytoskeleton?

To facilitate contraction and movement Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic arrangement of tubules in the centriole?

9 tubes in a very characteristic arrangement Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is primarily responsible for assisting in cell movement?

Cilia and flagella Signup and view all the answers

What are the three functions of microtubules mentioned?

Maintaining shape, facilitating organelle movement, and forming centrioles Signup and view all the answers

How do cilia and flagella differ in structure and function?

Cilia are short and numerous, while flagella are long and whip-like Signup and view all the answers

What initiates the formation of spindle fibers at the start of mitosis?

Division of the centriole Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the arrangement of cilia and flagella in eukaryotic cells?

9 + 2 arrangement Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called when a solid material is engulfed by the plasma membrane?

Phagocytosis Signup and view all the answers

Which mechanism is specifically involved in the intake of dissolved substances into a cell?

Pinocytosis Signup and view all the answers

When does exocytosis occur in a cell?

When a cell releases waste products Signup and view all the answers

What role do membrane proteins and lipids play in relation to exocytosis?

They are moved onto the plasma membrane Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a selectively permeable membrane?

Permits certain molecules to pass while blocking others Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary energy source for active transport mechanisms such as the sodium-potassium pump?

ATP Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of carrier proteins in active transport?

To move solutes against their concentration gradient Signup and view all the answers

How does the process of diffusion differ from exocytosis?

Exocytosis involves vesicles, diffusion does not Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of pinocytosis in cells?

To intake liquid and small solutes Signup and view all the answers

How many sodium ions are pumped out of the cell by the sodium-potassium pump?

3 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes a function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

They provide energy and structural support Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between endocytosis and exocytosis?

Endocytosis captures substances from outside the cell, exocytosis releases substances Signup and view all the answers

Which type of endocytosis is referred to as 'cellular eating'?

Phagocytosis Signup and view all the answers

During the sodium-potassium pump process, how many potassium ions are moved into the cell?

2 Signup and view all the answers

What kind of molecules typically utilize vesicle transport to cross the plasma membrane?

Large molecules such as proteins Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the membrane during the process of endocytosis?

It folds over a substance and encloses it Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lysosomes

Lysosomes are organelles found in animal, protoctist, and fungal cells. They are rare in plant cells.
Lysosomes act as the "recycling center" of the cell, breaking down waste materials and cellular debris.

Cytoskeleton

The cytoskeleton is a network of protein filaments that provides structural support, helps maintain cell shape, and facilitates movement within the cell.
It consists of three main components:
- Microfilaments: Actin-based filaments responsible for cell movement and changes in cell shape.
- Microtubules: Tubulin-based hollow tubes that provide structural support, serve as tracks for organelle movement, and form the centriole.
- Intermediate filaments: Rope-like structures composed of various proteins that provide structural support and maintain cell shape.

Centriole

The centriole is a cylindrical structure composed of nine microtubule triplets arranged in a characteristic pattern.
Centrioles are involved in cell division, forming the spindle fibers that pull chromosomes apart during mitosis and meiosis.

Cilia and Flagella

Cilia and flagella are hair-like projections from the cell surface that aid in movement.
Cilia are short and numerous, while flagella are longer and fewer.
Both structures have a "9+2" arrangement of microtubules, with nine microtubule doublets surrounding a central pair.

Plant Cell Structures

Plant cells have several distinctive structures, including a cell wall, chloroplasts, and a large central vacuole.
The cell wall provides structural support and protection for the plant cell.
Chloroplasts are the sites of photosynthesis, converting light energy into chemical energy.
The large central vacuole stores water, maintains turgor pressure, and helps regulate cell shape.

Tissues

Tissues are groups of similar cells working together to perform a specific function.
There are four main types of tissues in animals: epithelial, connective, nervous, and muscle.

Epithelial Tissue

Epithelial tissue covers the surfaces of the body and lines internal organs.
It consists of closely packed cells with little intercellular space.
Epithelial tissue is avascular, meaning it lacks blood vessels.
It is classified based on cell shape and the number of cell layers.

Connective Tissue

Connective tissue supports, binds, and protects the body.
It is characterized by cells dispersed in a matrix of extracellular material.
Types of connective tissue include bone, cartilage, blood, and adipose tissue.

Nervous Tissue

Nervous tissue is responsible for conducting nerve impulses.
It consists of neurons (nerve cells) and neuroglia (support cells).
Neurons transmit signals through electrical and chemical means.

Muscle Tissue

Muscle tissue is responsible for movement.
There are three types: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
Skeletal muscle is voluntary and responsible for body movement.
Cardiac muscle is involuntary and found only in the heart.
Smooth muscle is involuntary and found in the walls of organs like the digestive and urogenital tracts.

Transport Mechanisms

Active transport involves the movement of molecules against their concentration gradient, requiring energy.
The sodium-potassium pump is an example of active transport, moving sodium and potassium ions across the cell membrane against their concentration gradients.
Vesicle transport involves the movement of large molecules in membrane-bound sacs called vesicles.
Endocytosis is the process of bringing substances into the cell through vesicle formation.
Exocytosis is the process of releasing substances from the cell by fusing vesicles with the plasma membrane.

Biological Molecules

Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids are the four major classes of biological molecules.
Carbohydrates serve as energy sources and structural components.
Lipids are important for energy storage, insulation, and membrane structure.
Proteins have diverse functions, including enzymes, structural support, and transport.
Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.

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