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What is the main function of nucleic acids?
What is the main function of nucleic acids?
What makes a nucleotide distinct?
What makes a nucleotide distinct?
How is the DNA structure described?
How is the DNA structure described?
Where are organelles found?
Where are organelles found?
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What is the function of the cell membrane?
What is the function of the cell membrane?
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What are the heads of phospholipids made of?
What are the heads of phospholipids made of?
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Which organelle controls the normal activities of the cell?
Which organelle controls the normal activities of the cell?
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Which organelle is responsible for generating cellular energy (ATP)?
Which organelle is responsible for generating cellular energy (ATP)?
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What is the function of nucleolus in the cell?
What is the function of nucleolus in the cell?
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Which organelle is involved in pulling chromosome pairs apart during cell division?
Which organelle is involved in pulling chromosome pairs apart during cell division?
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Study Notes
Nucleic Acids and DNA Structure
- The main function of nucleic acids is to store and transmit genetic information.
- A nucleotide is distinct due to its three components: a sugar molecule, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.
- The DNA structure is described as a double helix, where two complementary strands are twisted together with sugar and phosphate molecules making up the backbone, and nitrogenous bases projecting inward from the backbone.
Cell Organelles and Functions
- Organelles are found within eukaryotic cells, which are cells with a true nucleus.
- The function of the cell membrane is to regulate the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
- The heads of phospholipids are made of hydrophilic (water-loving) phosphate groups.
Cellular Control and Energy Generation
- The nucleus is the organelle that controls the normal activities of the cell.
- The mitochondria is the organelle responsible for generating cellular energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
Cellular Functions and Division
- The function of the nucleolus in the cell is to synthesize and assemble ribosomes.
- The spindle fibers are the organelle involved in pulling chromosome pairs apart during cell division.
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Test your knowledge of cell biology with this quiz covering the structure and functions of the nucleus, nucleolus, cytoskeleton, microtubules, microfilaments, and centrioles.
