Cell Structure and Function
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What is the main function of the cell membrane?

  • To control the passage of materials into and out of the cell (correct)
  • To synthesize proteins and lipids
  • To provide structural support to the cell
  • To store genetic information
  • What is the composition of the phospholipid bilayer in the cell membrane?

  • Two layers of phospholipids with a hydrophobic head and a hydrophilic tail
  • One layer of cholesterol with a hydrophilic head and a hydrophobic tail
  • Two layers of phospholipids with a polar hydrophilic head and a non-polar hydrophobic tail (correct)
  • One layer of phospholipids with a hydrophilic head and a hydrophobic tail
  • What is the function of receptor-mediated endocytosis?

  • To control the passage of materials into and out of the cell
  • To provide structural support to the cell
  • To facilitate the uptake of specific molecules into the cell (correct)
  • To synthesize proteins and lipids
  • What is the term for the outer surface of the cell membrane containing carbohydrates?

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

    What is the purpose of the trilaminar structure of the cell membrane?

    <p>To form a selective barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?

    <p>Synthesis of energy and storing it in the form of ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of rough endoplasmic reticulum in protein-forming cells?

    <p>Synthesis and segregation of protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of smooth endoplasmic reticulum in terms of cell type?

    <p>Abundant in steroid-forming cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of cells lacking hormone receptors in dwarfism?

    <p>Stunted growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the process by which mitochondria replicate themselves?

    <p>Binary fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cell Structure and Function

    • The cell is the structural and functional unit of the body, composed of cytoplasm and a nucleus.

    Cytoplasm

    • Cytosol: the fluid component of cytoplasm
    • Organelles:
      • Membranous organelles: permanently present in all living cells, performing vital functions
      • Non-membranous organelles: also present in cytoplasm
    • Cytoskeleton: provides structural support and shape to the cell
    • Inclusions: various substances present in the cytoplasm

    Cell Membrane

    • Surrounds the cell, sometimes too thin to be seen (6-9 nm) under light microscopy
    • Special stain: silver (Ag), PAS
    • Electron microscopy: trilaminar (trilamellar) structure, formed of three layers (two dark lines and a light line in-between)
    • Molecular structure:
      • Lipid: phospholipids arranged in a bilayer, with cholesterol within the hydrophobic layer
      • Protein: intrinsic (integral) and extrinsic (peripheral) types
      • Carbohydrates: form the cell coat (glycocalyx) on the outer surface, composed of glycolipid and glycoprotein
    • Functions:
      • Protection of the cell
      • Selective permeability: controls passage of materials into and out of the cell
      • Cell coat functions: adhesion, recognition, rejection, and receptor formation

    Clinical Note

    • Dwarfism: occurs when cells lack growth hormone receptors, leading to stunted growth

    Mitochondria

    • Power house of the cell, more abundant in active cells
    • Light microscopy: acidophilic when large in number, special stain: iron hematoxylin or Janus green
    • Electron microscopy: rounded or oval, with outer smooth membrane and inner membrane folded into cristae
    • Functions:
      • Synthesis of energy (oxidative phosphorylation)
      • Storing of energy in the form of ATP
      • Release of energy by transforming ATP into ADP
    • Capable of self-replication (by binary fission) due to its own DNA

    Endoplasmic Reticulum

    • Endo=inside, plasma=cytoplasm, reticulum=network
    • Two types: rough endoplasmic reticulum (rER) and smooth endoplasmic reticulum (sER)
    • Rough endoplasmic reticulum (rER):
      • Abundant in protein-forming cells
      • Light microscopy: basophilic (ribosomes)
      • Electron microscopy: membranous interconnected tubules (cisternae) with ribosomes attached to the surface
      • Functions:
        • Synthesis and segregation of protein
        • Initial glycosylation of glycoproteins
        • Formation of transfer vesicle to be transported to Golgi apparatus for secretion
        • Share in the formation of lysosomes
    • Smooth endoplasmic reticulum (sER):
      • Abundant in steroid-forming cells

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    This quiz covers the components of a cell, including cytoplasm, nucleus, membranous organelles, and cell membrane. Test your knowledge of the structural and functional units of the body!

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