Week 3: The Cell Structure and Organelles
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What is the primary function of the pore complex found in the nuclear envelope?

  • Regulating the entry and exit of proteins and RNAs (correct)
  • Initiating DNA replication
  • Coiling the DNA molecule
  • Synthesizing ribosomal RNA

    • Which structure is responsible for maintaining the nuclear envelope's shape?

  • Ribosomes
  • Nuclear lamina (correct)
  • Nucleolus
  • Chromatin

    • Which statement about chromatin is accurate?

  • Chromatin is formed exclusively from RNA.
  • Heterochromatin is less condensed than euchromatin.
  • Euchromatin is where most transcribed genes are located. (correct)
  • All chromatin is uniformly distributed within the nucleus.

    • In human cells, how many chromosomes are typically found in the nucleus?

    <p>46 chromosomes in somatic cells only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes heterochromatin from euchromatin?

    <p>Heterochromatin is less accessible for transcription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where in the nucleus is ribosomal RNA synthesized?

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

    What is the average diameter of the pores in the nuclear envelope?

    <p>100 nm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of chromatin appears as clumps of densely staining material?

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

    What is the primary role of microtubules in animal cells?

    <p>They function as compression-resisting girders of the cytoskeleton.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are centrioles considered important before cell division in animal cells?

    <p>They replicate and assist in organizing microtubules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the 'plus end' of a microtubule?

    <p>It shows a higher rate of accumulating and releasing tubulin dimers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about centrosomes is true?

    <p>Centrosomes are microtubule-organizing centers located near the nucleus in animal cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural arrangement is found within each centriole?

    <p>Nine sets of triplet microtubules arranged in a ring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes a function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum?

    <p>Production of secretory proteins and glycoproteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum play in muscle cells?

    <p>It stores calcium ions that trigger muscle contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of the proliferation of Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum in response to drug metabolism?

    <p>Increased tolerance to drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum is accurate?

    <p>It detoxifies various drugs by adding hydroxyl groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of proteins are primarily produced by the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum?

    <p>Secretory and glycoproteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular structure is continuous with the Endoplasmic Reticulum?

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

    Which of the following functions is NOT associated with the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum?

    <p>Production of ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact do barbiturates have on the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum in liver cells?

    <p>They induce the proliferation of Smooth ER</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The presence of ribosomes on the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum enables it to primarily synthesize what type of proteins?

    <p>Membrane-bound proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which steroid hormones are synthesized in cells rich in Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum?

    <p>Sex hormones and steroid hormones secreted by adrenal glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of peroxisomes in metabolic processes?

    <p>Conversion of hydrogen peroxide to water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which genetic defect is associated with Zellweger syndrome?

    <p>Mutations in PEX genes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first symptom commonly associated with MERRF syndrome?

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

    What role do peroxisomes play in liver function?

    <p>Detoxifying alcohol and harmful compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of mitochondria is highlighted in the description of their autonomy?

    <p>Their capacity to grow and reproduce within the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a result of dysfunctional lipid metabolism in Zellweger spectrum disorders?

    <p>Over-accumulation of very long-chain fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cellular function do chloroplasts share with mitochondria?

    <p>Energy production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are ragged red fibers indicative of in muscle biopsy results?

    <p>Mitochondrial dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do mitochondria and chloroplasts show independence from the cell?

    <p>They can synthesize some of their own proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements characterizes peroxisomes?

    <p>They are involved in the breakdown of fatty acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?

    <p>Manufacturing macromolecules and packaging materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the acidic environment within lysosomes have on lysosomal enzymes?

    <p>It activates the enzymes for optimum digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process called when lysosomes recycle the cell’s own organelles?

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

    Which of the following accurately describes the cis and trans faces of the Golgi apparatus?

    <p>The cis face is the receiving side, while the trans face is the shipping side.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are lysosomal storage diseases primarily caused by?

    <p>Defective lysosomal function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a lysosome leaks its contents into the cytoplasm?

    <p>The enzymes begin digesting cellular components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following macromolecules can lysosomal enzymes hydrolyze?

    <p>All types of macromolecules: proteins, fats, polysaccharides, and nucleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the process by which a cell engulfs another cell to form a food vacuole?

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

    How do molecular identification tags function in the Golgi apparatus?

    <p>They serve as postal addresses for sorting and packaging materials.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding macrophages?

    <p>They help defend the body by engulfing and destroying bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nuclear Envelope

    • The nuclear envelope is perforated by pore structures that are about 100 nm in diameter.
    • The inner and outer membranes of the nuclear envelope are continuous at the lip of each pore.
    • An intricate protein structure called a pore complex lines each pore and plays a role in regulating the entry and exit of proteins and RNAs, and large complexes of macromolecules.
    • The nuclear side of the envelope is lined by the nuclear lamina, a netlike array of protein filaments that maintains the shape of the nucleus.

    Chromatin

    • The genetic material in the nucleus is called chromatin.
    • DNA and proteins form chromatin.
    • Chromatin condenses to form chromosomes.
    • Some proteins help coil the DNA in each chromosome, reducing the length and allowing it to fit into the nucleus.
    • Histones are the name of these proteins.
    • A typical human cell has 46 chromosomes in its nucleus.
    • Exceptions are the sex cells (eggs and sperm), which have only 23 chromosomes in humans.

    Heterochromatin vs. Euchromatin

    • Chromatin does not have a homogeneous appearance in most cells.
    • Clumps of densely staining chromatin can be found in a more lightly staining background.
    • The densely staining material is called heterochromatin and the lightly staining material is called euchromatin.

    Nucleolus

    • The nucleolus is a small area within the nucleus.
    • The nucleolus is a site of rRNA synthesis.
    • The nucleolus contains DNA in the form of rRNA genes, RNA and proteins.
    • The nucleolus contains regulatory cell cycle proteins.

    Endoplasmic Reticulum

    • The ER membrane is continuous with the nuclear envelope.
    • The ER is divided into two distinct regions: rough ER and smooth ER.

    Rough ER

    • Rough ER has bound ribosomes, which produce secretory proteins.
    • Secretory proteins are mostly glycoproteins, or proteins bonded with carbohydrates.
    • Rough ER distributes transport vesicles.
    • The rough ER is a membrane factory for the cell.

    Smooth ER

    • Smooth ER synthesizes lipids.
    • Smooth ER metabolizes carbohydrates.
    • Smooth ER stores calcium.
    • The smooth ER detoxifies poisons and drugs.

    Golgi Apparatus

    • The Golgi apparatus consists of flattened membranous sacs called cisternae.
    • The Golgi apparatus modifies, stores and sends products from the ER.
    • The Golgi apparatus manufactures certain macromolecules.
    • The Golgi apparatus sorts and packages materials into transport vesicles.
    • The Golgi apparatus adds molecular identification tags as address in mailing labels.

    Lysosome

    • Lysosomes are membranous sacs containing hydrolytic enzymes.
    • Lysosomes digest macromolecules.
    • Lysosomal enzymes can hydrolyze proteins, fats, polysaccharides, and nucleic acids.
    • Lysosomal enzymes work best in the acidic environment of lysosomes.

    Mitochondria

    • Mitochondria are autonomous organelles that grow and reproduce within the cell.
    • Mitochondria have their own DNA.

    Peroxisomes

    • Peroxisomes are specialized metabolic compartments.
    • Peroxisomes produce hydrogen peroxide and convert it to water.
    • Peroxisomes contain enzymes that break down fatty acids.
    • Peroxisomes in the liver detoxify alcohol and other harmful compounds.

    Centrosome – Centrioles

    • In animal cells, microtubules grow out from a centrosome, a region near the nucleus considered a “microtubule-organizing center.”
    • Centrosomes function as compression-resisting girders.
    • Before an animal cell divides, the centrioles replicate.
    • Each centriole is composed of nine sets of triplet microtubules arranged in a ring.
    • Centrioles are not essential for microtubule assembly in all eukaryotes (not present in fungi and plant cells).

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