Cell Biology: Organelles and Processes
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What is the primary function of flagella in cells?

  • Store calcium
  • Propel cells through fluid (correct)
  • Synthesize proteins
  • Increase surface area for absorption

    • Which statement accurately describes the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

  • It synthesizes lipids and detoxifies substances.
  • It is involved in the synthesis and modification of proteins. (correct)
  • It is found only in the nucleus of the cell.
  • It primarily produces ATP through cellular respiration.

    • Where do glycolysis and the Krebs cycle primarily occur?

  • In the nucleus
  • In the Golgi complex
  • In the endoplasmic reticulum
  • In the cytoplasm for glycolysis and in the mitochondria for Krebs cycle (correct)

    • What is the main role of lysosomes in the cell?

    <p>To digest waste materials and cellular debris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process occurs in the electron transport chain?

    <p>Transfer of electrons that generates a proton gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Golgi complex?

    <p>Modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about mitochondria is correct?

    <p>Mitochondria generate ATP through cellular respiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What molecule serves as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain?

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

    Which of the following correctly describes ribosomes?

    <p>They are the sites of protein synthesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organelle is primarily responsible for ATP production in cells?

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

    What is the function of microvilli in certain cells?

    <p>Increase surface area for absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication take place?

    <p>S phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of ribosomes in cellular function?

    <p>Protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is primarily responsible for waste removal in cells?

    <p>Lysosome activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which stage of mitosis do sister chromatids separate and migrate to opposite poles?

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

    What condition may result from mitochondrial dysfunction affecting cellular respiration?

    <p>Chronic fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a reason for elevated lactic acid levels in a patient with mitochondrial myopathy?

    <p>Impaired oxidative phosphorylation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of cell cycle dysregulation in humans?

    <p>Uncontrolled cell growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is involved in the synthesis of cellular membranes?

    <p>Endoplasmic Reticulum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cell structure is primarily responsible for transporting proteins within the cell?

    <p>Golgi Complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the process of protein synthesis?

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

    What are the components added to mRNA during mRNA processing?

    <p>A 5' cap and poly-A tail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?

    <p>S phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of mitosis is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's center?

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

    What is the primary difference between necrosis and apoptosis?

    <p>Necrosis leads to inflammation; apoptosis does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of tRNA in protein synthesis?

    <p>To transport amino acids to ribosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of meiosis leads to the production of genetically diverse gametes?

    <p>Metaphase I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of checkpoints in cell division?

    <p>To ensure proper DNA replication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about ribosomal RNA (rRNA) is correct?

    <p>rRNA is involved in protein synthesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final result of the mitosis process?

    <p>Two genetically identical daughter cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the cytoplasm within a cell?

    <p>To provide a medium for organelles to remain suspended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the nucleus is responsible for synthesizing ribosomal RNA?

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

    What role does the centrosome play during cell division?

    <p>It organizes microtubules and forms the mitotic spindle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is categorized as part of the cytoskeleton?

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

    What is the function of cilia in a cell?

    <p>To move the cell or fluids across its surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What substance uniquely surrounds the nucleus of a cell?

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

    What is the main purpose of the Golgi complex in a cell?

    <p>To modify, sort, and package proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of organelle is involved in the energy production of a cell?

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

    What type of cellular process involves the duplication of DNA?

    <p>Cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the cytoskeleton is primarily involved in maintaining cell shape?

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

    Study Notes

    Organelles and Cellular Processes

    • Cells contain organelles with specific functions crucial for cell function, replication, and response to environment.
    • Key organelles include cytoplasm, nucleus, cytoskeleton, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi complex, lysosomes, and mitochondria.
    • Cellular processes like protein synthesis, DNA replication, and cell division are essential functions.

    The Cytoplasm

    • Cytoplasm: Gel-like substance within the cell, excluding the nucleus.
    • Contains cytosol, organelles, and various molecules.
    • Site of metabolic reactions, providing a medium for organelle suspension.

    The Nucleus

    • Nucleus: Control center of the cell, containing the cell's DNA.
    • Enclosed by a double membrane (nuclear envelope).
    • Nuclear pores allow material exchange between the nucleus and cytoplasm.
    • Components:
      • Nuclear Envelope: Double lipid bilayer separating the nucleus from the cytoplasm.
      • Nucleolus: Dense region for ribosomal RNA (rRNA) synthesis and ribosome assembly.
      • Chromatin: DNA and proteins that condense into chromosomes during cell division.

    The Cytoskeleton

    • Cytoskeleton: Provides structural support, enables movement, and facilitates intracellular transport.
    • Components:
      • Microfilaments: Thin, actin-based structures involved in cell movement, shape, and division.
      • Microtubules: Hollow, tubulin-based structures maintaining cell shape, facilitating intracellular transport, and forming the mitotic spindle during cell division.

    Ribosomes and the Endoplasmic Reticulum

    • Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis, translating mRNA into polypeptide chains.
    • Found free in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER).
    • ER:
      • Rough ER: Studded with ribosomes, modifying proteins for secretion, lysosomes, or cell membrane.
      • Smooth ER: Lacks ribosomes, involved in lipid synthesis, detoxification, and calcium storage.

    The Golgi Complex

    • Golgi Complex: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for transport to different destinations within or outside the cell.

    Lysosomes and Mitochondria

    • Lysosomes: Membrane-bound organelles containing digestive enzymes for waste breakdown, cellular debris, foreign substances. Essential for waste disposal and recycling.
    • Mitochondria: Powerhouse of the cell, site of ATP production through cellular respiration (glycolysis, Krebs cycle, electron transport chain).

    Cellular Respiration

    • Glycolysis: Initial stage of cellular respiration breaking down glucose into pyruvate.
    • Krebs Cycle (Citric Acid Cycle): Oxidizes acetyl-CoA, producing ATP, NADH, FADH2, and releasing CO2.
    • Electron Transport Chain: Located in inner mitochondrial membrane, transferring electrons to generate a proton gradient that drives ATP synthesis with oxygen as the final electron acceptor.

    DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis

    • DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid): Stores genetic information, guiding protein synthesis and cell replication.
    • RNA (Ribonucleic Acid): Carries genetic information from DNA to ribosomes for protein synthesis (mRNA, tRNA, rRNA).
    • Protein Synthesis:
      • Transcription: mRNA synthesis from a DNA template.
      • mRNA Processing: Splicing, 5' cap, and poly-A tail additions.
      • Translation: Ribosomes synthesize proteins by decoding the mRNA sequence.

    DNA Replication and Cell Division

    • DNA Replication: Essential for identical copies of DNA distributed to daughter cells during cell division.
    • Cell Division:
      • Mitosis: Process for somatic cells creating two identical daughter cells. Stages: Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.
      • Meiosis: Specialized division for gamete production.

    Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

    • Key organelle for ATP production: Mitochondria
    • Stage of cell cycle for DNA replication: S phase
    • Primary function of Ribosomes: Protein synthesis

    Clinical Cases (Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Cell Cycle Dysregulation)

    • Case 1: Mitochondrial Dysfunction:
      • Symptoms: Muscle weakness, fatigue, exercise intolerance, muscle cramps.
      • Diagnosis: Defect in mitochondria for ATP production, leading to energy deficits.
    • Case 2: Cell Cycle Dysregulation:
      • Symptoms: Rapidly growing mass (tumor)
      • Diagnosis: Uncontrolled cell division due to G1 checkpoint mutation and loss of regulation.
      • Significance: Cell cycle checkpoints crucial in preventing uncontrolled cell division (cancer) .

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