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What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis in plants?

  • To break down glucose for energy production
  • To consume atmospheric oxygen
  • To convert light energy into chemical energy (correct)
  • To release ATP for energy utilization

    • Which process requires oxygen for energy production in organisms?

  • Anaerobic respiration
  • Photosynthesis
  • Aerobic respiration (correct)
  • Fermentation

    • What is the role of ATP in cells?

  • To store glucose
  • To facilitate photosynthesis
  • To provide energy for cellular processes (correct)
  • To act as a genetic material

    • How do aerobic and anaerobic respiration differ primarily?

    <p>Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, anaerobic does not. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the process of metabolism encompass?

    <p>All biochemical reactions in an organism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells contain a nucleus, while prokaryotic cells lack one. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following mechanisms is NOT a method of substance movement across cell membranes?

    <p>Phagocytosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the role of the nucleus in a eukaryotic cell?

    <p>It contains the cell's DNA. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic distinguishes tissues from cells?

    <p>Tissues perform specific functions through group interaction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does vaccination prepare the immune system?

    <p>It produces antibodies and memory cells. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of mitochondria in eukaryotic cells?

    <p>ATP production (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following immune responses is considered specific?

    <p>Antibody production by B cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers an inflammatory response?

    <p>Tissue damage or infection. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Prokaryotic Cell

    A cell that lacks a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, like bacteria and archaea.

    Eukaryotic Cell

    A cell with a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, like mitochondria and chloroplasts, found in plants and animals.

    Cell Membrane

    A thin, selectively permeable barrier that controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

    Tissue

    A group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function, e.g., muscle tissue contracts.

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    Organ

    A group of tissues that cooperate to carry out a specific function, like the heart pumps blood.

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    Pathogen

    A disease-causing microorganism, like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protists.

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    Immune System

    A complex system of cells and tissues that defends the body against pathogens.

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    Antigen

    A molecule, such as a protein or carbohydrate, that triggers an immune response.

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    Bioenergetics

    The study of how organisms obtain, store, and use energy for life processes. It encompasses processes like photosynthesis and respiration.

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    Photosynthesis

    The process plants use to convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, a sugar. This process requires sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.

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    Respiration

    The process where organisms break down glucose to release energy in the form of ATP. There are aerobic and anaerobic types of respiration.

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    Aerobic Respiration

    A type of respiration that requires oxygen to break down glucose and produces more ATP than anaerobic respiration.

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    Anaerobic Respiration

    A type of respiration that doesn't require oxygen to break down glucose. It produces less ATP than aerobic respiration.

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    Study Notes

    Cell Biology

    • Cells are the basic units of life, exhibiting a wide range of structures and functions.
    • Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Examples include bacteria and archaea.
    • Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts. Examples include plant and animal cells.
    • Cellular structures perform specific functions: e.g., the nucleus contains DNA, ribosomes synthesize proteins, mitochondria generate ATP.
    • Cell membranes are selectively permeable, controlling the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
    • Diffusion, osmosis, and active transport are mechanisms for substance movement across cell membranes.
    • Specialized cells are adapted for specific functions through structural and functional differences. e.g., nerve cells have long extensions for rapid signaling.

    Organisation

    • Organisms are organized into levels, from cells to organisms, with each level exhibiting emergent properties that arise from the interaction of components at the lower levels.
    • Tissues are groups of similar cells performing a similar function.
    • Organs are groups of tissues working together to perform specific functions to achieve a particular result within an organism.
    • Organ systems are groups of organs working together to perform specific functions, e.g., the circulatory system.
    • Organisms exhibit different levels of complexity, from unicellular to multicellular, with different modes of cellular organization depending on their complexity.
    • Organisms have specific organelles and functions that achieve a particular end-result, e.g., plants utilize chloroplasts for photosynthesis.

    Infection and Response

    • Pathogens are disease-causing microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protists.
    • Immune systems defend against pathogens through various mechanisms.
    • Non-specific defenses, like skin and phagocytosis, provide a general defense against pathogens.
    • Specific defenses, involving antibodies, lymphocytes (B and T cells) and the immune response, eliminate pathogens and provide lasting immunity.
    • Vaccination stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies without causing the disease.
    • Antigens are molecules that trigger an immune response. Antibodies bind to specific antigens.
    • The inflammatory response is a localized response to tissue damage or infection, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain.
    • Understanding the immune response is crucial for developing effective treatments and preventive measures against infectious diseases.

    Bioenergetics

    • Organisms need energy for life processes like growth, reproduction, and movement.
    • Photosynthesis is the process by which plants capture light energy and convert it to chemical energy in the form of glucose (a sugar).
    • Respiration is the process by which organisms break down glucose to release energy in the form of ATP.
    • Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more ATP than anaerobic respiration (which doesn't require oxygen).
    • Metabolic pathways involve multiple enzyme-catalysed reactions that either build up (anabolism) or break down (catabolism) molecules.
    • Energy transfer occurs in cells in the form of ATP, a molecule that provides energy for various cellular processes.
    • Energy transformations during photosynthesis and respiration illustrate the flow of energy through ecosystems.
    • Organisms need a continuous supply of energy to maintain their bodies and to carry out their life processes.

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    This quiz covers fundamental concepts in cell biology, focusing on the structures and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. It explores cellular organization, membrane permeability, and mechanisms of transport such as diffusion and osmosis. Test your understanding of specialized cells and their adaptations.

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