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What is the main function of ribosomes?
What is the main function of ribosomes?
Where is rRNA synthesized in the cell?
Where is rRNA synthesized in the cell?
Which component of the cytoskeleton forms a 3D network in cells?
Which component of the cytoskeleton forms a 3D network in cells?
What is the primary function of microtubules?
What is the primary function of microtubules?
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What is the main function of cilia?
What is the main function of cilia?
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Which organelle has a brush border appearance in light microscopy?
Which organelle has a brush border appearance in light microscopy?
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Which area of the nucleolus contains inactive DNA?
Which area of the nucleolus contains inactive DNA?
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The nuclear envelope is continuous with which organelle?
The nuclear envelope is continuous with which organelle?
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What is the main function of intermediate filaments?
What is the main function of intermediate filaments?
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Where is melanin typically found?
Where is melanin typically found?
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Which type of microtubule population is stable?
Which type of microtubule population is stable?
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What does the nuclear matrix contain?
What does the nuclear matrix contain?
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Which organelle appears blue with basic stains?
Which organelle appears blue with basic stains?
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What is the role of actin filaments?
What is the role of actin filaments?
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Which of the following is not a component of the cytoskeleton?
Which of the following is not a component of the cytoskeleton?
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What does 'E/M' refer to in microscopy?
What does 'E/M' refer to in microscopy?
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Study Notes
Ribosomes
- Primary function: Protein synthesis
- rRNA synthesis site: Nucleolus
Cell Growth Ribosomes
- Free ribosomes are involved in cell growth
Cytoskeleton Components
- Intermediate filaments form a 3D network in cells
Microtubule Function
- Primary function: Movement of materials
Cilia Function
- Primary function: Movement of materials
Microfilament Types
- Actin and myosin
Organelle with Brush Border
- Microvilli
Microvilli Role
- Increase surface area for absorption
Centrioles Structure
- Organized in a 9+2 pattern
Melanin Location
- Typically found in skin
Nuclear Matrix Content
- Contains metabolites, minerals, and fibrils
Transcriptionally Active Chromatin
- Euchromatin
Histone Location
- Chromatin
Ribosomal Subunit Synthesis Location
- Nucleolus
Nuclear Envelope Connection
- Continuous with the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
Ribosome Subunits
- Ribosomes are made up of 2 subunits
9+2 Structure
- Centrioles are organized in a 9 + 2 pattern
Intermediate Filaments Function
- Support and structure of the cell
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This quiz covers essential concepts in cell biology, focusing on ribosomes, their functions in protein synthesis, and the structure of the cytoskeleton. Explore topics like microtubules, microvilli, and the organization of ribosomal subunits. Test your knowledge on the fundamental components that contribute to cell growth and functionality.
