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What is the basic unit of structure for all organisms?
Which of the following are characteristics of life? (Select all that apply)
What is a gene?
A segment of DNA that directs the formation of a protein or RNA.
What does the Central Dogma of Molecular Biology describe?
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Which of the following statements about prokaryotic cells is true?
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What are the three domains of organisms based on ribosomal RNA sequences?
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Prokaryotic DNA is located in the ______.
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What shapes can bacteria come in?
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Eukaryotic cells do not use organelles to compartmentalize cell function.
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What is the basic unit of structure for all organisms?
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Who published a paper called 'Beritäge zur Phytogenesis'?
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All cells arise from preexisting cells.
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The flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to proteins is called the ______.
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What type of cells do not have a nucleus?
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Which of the following are prokaryotic cells? (Select all that apply)
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What is the typical size range of prokaryotic cells?
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Which statement about eukaryotic cells is true?
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Match the following types of cells with their descriptions:
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What are the four nucleotides found in DNA?
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Study Notes
Cells: The Fundamental Units of Life
- Cell Theory: Core principles include that all organisms are composed of one or more cells, cells are the basic structural unit of life, and all cells originate from preexisting cells.
Important People
- Matthias Schleiden: German botanist (born April 5, 1804), contributed to plant biology in his 1838 work "Beritäge zur Phytogenesis".
- Theodore Schwann: Founder of modern histology (born December 7, 1810), published significant histological research in 1839 titled "Mikroskopische Untersuchungen".
Characteristics of Life
- Order: Organized structure of living organisms.
- Regulation: Mechanisms to maintain stable internal conditions.
- Growth and Development: Organisms undergo regulated growth and development patterns.
- Energy Processing: Metabolism varies to process energy.
- Response to Environment: Organisms respond to environmental stimuli.
- Reproduction: The ability to produce offspring.
- Evolutionary Adaptation: Adaptations enhance survival in changing environments.
Living Cells and Basic Chemistry
- Genetic Information: Carried in DNA, with genes directing protein/RNA formation.
- DNA Structure: Composed of four nucleotides: adenine, guanine, cytosine, thymine.
- Gene Functionality: Genes serve as units of heredity and determine phenotypes.
- Central Dogma of Molecular Biology: Describes the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to proteins.
- RNA: Consists of four nucleotides (adenine, guanine, cytosine, uracil) and acts as a template for protein synthesis.
- Proteins: Built from 20 standard amino acids.
Classification of Organisms
- Three Domains: Bacteria, Archaea, Eukaryotes, categorized based on ribosomal RNA gene similarities.
- Prokaryotes: Identified as bacteria and archaea, lack a nucleus and organelles.
- Eukaryotes: Include plants, animals, fungi, algae, and protozoa, possess organelles and a true nucleus.
Prokaryotic Cells
- Size: Typically 1-5 micrometers.
- Structure: Characterized by lacking organelles and membrane-bound nuclei; DNA is arranged in a nucleoid region with circular DNA.
- Ribosomes: Size of 70s.
- Cell Wall: Bacteria have peptidoglycan in their walls; archaea lack this structure.
- Division: Prokaryotes reproduce through binary fission.
Shapes and Sizes of Bacteria
- Spherical Cells: Round in shape (e.g., streptococcus).
- Rod-Shaped Cells: Elongated with tail-like ends (e.g., Escherichia coli, Salmonella).
- Spiral Cells: Corkscrew-shaped (e.g., Treponema pallidum).
Eukaryotic Cells
- Size: Typically 10-100 micrometers.
- Nucleus: Have a membrane-bound nucleus and various organelles for compartmentalized function.
Cells: The Fundamental Units of Life
- Cell Theory: Core principles include that all organisms are composed of one or more cells, cells are the basic structural unit of life, and all cells originate from preexisting cells.
Important People
- Matthias Schleiden: German botanist (born April 5, 1804), contributed to plant biology in his 1838 work "Beritäge zur Phytogenesis".
- Theodore Schwann: Founder of modern histology (born December 7, 1810), published significant histological research in 1839 titled "Mikroskopische Untersuchungen".
Characteristics of Life
- Order: Organized structure of living organisms.
- Regulation: Mechanisms to maintain stable internal conditions.
- Growth and Development: Organisms undergo regulated growth and development patterns.
- Energy Processing: Metabolism varies to process energy.
- Response to Environment: Organisms respond to environmental stimuli.
- Reproduction: The ability to produce offspring.
- Evolutionary Adaptation: Adaptations enhance survival in changing environments.
Living Cells and Basic Chemistry
- Genetic Information: Carried in DNA, with genes directing protein/RNA formation.
- DNA Structure: Composed of four nucleotides: adenine, guanine, cytosine, thymine.
- Gene Functionality: Genes serve as units of heredity and determine phenotypes.
- Central Dogma of Molecular Biology: Describes the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to proteins.
- RNA: Consists of four nucleotides (adenine, guanine, cytosine, uracil) and acts as a template for protein synthesis.
- Proteins: Built from 20 standard amino acids.
Classification of Organisms
- Three Domains: Bacteria, Archaea, Eukaryotes, categorized based on ribosomal RNA gene similarities.
- Prokaryotes: Identified as bacteria and archaea, lack a nucleus and organelles.
- Eukaryotes: Include plants, animals, fungi, algae, and protozoa, possess organelles and a true nucleus.
Prokaryotic Cells
- Size: Typically 1-5 micrometers.
- Structure: Characterized by lacking organelles and membrane-bound nuclei; DNA is arranged in a nucleoid region with circular DNA.
- Ribosomes: Size of 70s.
- Cell Wall: Bacteria have peptidoglycan in their walls; archaea lack this structure.
- Division: Prokaryotes reproduce through binary fission.
Shapes and Sizes of Bacteria
- Spherical Cells: Round in shape (e.g., streptococcus).
- Rod-Shaped Cells: Elongated with tail-like ends (e.g., Escherichia coli, Salmonella).
- Spiral Cells: Corkscrew-shaped (e.g., Treponema pallidum).
Eukaryotic Cells
- Size: Typically 10-100 micrometers.
- Nucleus: Have a membrane-bound nucleus and various organelles for compartmentalized function.
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Explore the essential concepts of cell biology in this quiz focused on Chapter 1. Learn about the Cell Theory, the fundamental units of life, and key figures like Matthias Schleiden. Test your understanding of how cells are the basis for all living organisms.
