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What unique characteristic does a prokaryotic cell possess compared to eukaryotic cells?

  • It has a defined nucleus.
  • It has DNA tethered to the cell membrane. (correct)
  • It is typically multicellular.
  • It has membrane-bound organelles.

What is the primary component that makes up the bacterial cell wall?

  • Peptidoglycan (correct)
  • Chitin
  • Cellulose
  • Lipid bilayer

Which of the following antibiotics inhibits peptidoglycan synthesis in bacteria?

  • Vancomycin (correct)
  • Tetracycline
  • Streptomycin
  • Erythromycin

In multicellular organisms, which hierarchy structure comes directly above tissues?

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

Which of these statements is false regarding prokaryotic cells?

<p>They contain multiple chromosomes within a nucleus. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the plasma membrane?

<p>Selective permeability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the plasma membrane?

<p>Fluid mosaic model with lipid and protein components (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do the major ions play within a cell?

<p>They influence cellular communication and osmotic balance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is NOT considered a membrane-bound organelle?

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

What cellular structure is specifically associated with genetic diseases related to its dysfunction?

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

What factors determine the severity of lysosomal storage diseases?

<p>The number of organs affected (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of lysosomes in the cell?

<p>Break down macromolecules (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What enzyme deficiency is associated with Tay-Sachs disease?

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

What leads to the accumulation of very long chain fatty acids in peroxisomal dysfunction?

<p>Deficiency of peroxins (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organelle is primarily concerned with the degradation of gangliosides in neurons?

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

Which of the following is NOT a function of peroxisomes?

<p>Synthesis of new membrane proteins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What clinical finding is common in individuals with Tay-Sachs disease?

<p>Cherry-red spot on the retina (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of genetic inheritance pattern is associated with lysosomal storage diseases?

<p>Autosomal recessive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consequence of lysosomal dysfunction in the brain?

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

In Hurler syndrome, what substance accumulates in the lysosomes?

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

What role does the Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) play in cellular function?

<p>Synthesis and processing of proteins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process is primarily associated with the function of lysosomes in relation to the immune system?

<p>Digestion of pathogens (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the major site of synthesis of new membranes in the cell?

<p>Smooth ER (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pH level of the environment provided by lysosomes for degradation processes?

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What happens if proteins do not fold properly in a cell?

<p>The cell may undergo apoptosis. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are proteins destined for the plasma membrane synthesized?

<p>In the rough endoplasmic reticulum. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What function does the Golgi apparatus primarily serve?

<p>Protein modification and sorting. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the 'cis' face of the Golgi apparatus?

<p>It is near the endoplasmic reticulum. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to lysosomal enzymes when there is a deficiency in GlcNac-1-phosphotransferase?

<p>They become unphosphorylated and are released from the cell. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the Golgi apparatus is true?

<p>It packages proteins for secretion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which cell condition might apoptosis occur due to protein synthesis issues?

<p>Improper protein folding. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary consequence of I-cell disease?

<p>Defective physical growth and intellectual disabilities. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A major component of the plasma membrane that makes up about 20% of the membrane's lipid composition, is crucial for fluidity, and helps to reduce permeability is:

<p>Cholesterol (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the plasma membrane?

<p>Producing energy for the cell (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the nucleolus found within the nucleus?

<p>Synthesizing ribosomal RNA (rRNA) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most abundant phospholipid found in the plasma membrane?

<p>Phosphatidylcholine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of membrane protein is permanently associated with the plasma membrane?

<p>Integral Membrane Proteins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of molecule can readily diffuse across the lipid bilayer?

<p>Small nonpolar molecules (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'amphipathic' mean in the context of phospholipids?

<p>They have both hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of glycolipids in the plasma membrane?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)?

<p>It is inherited from both parents. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the inner membrane of mitochondria is TRUE?

<p>It forms cristae, increasing surface area. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding progeria is TRUE?

<p>It is caused by a mutation in the nuclear lamina gene, affecting nuclear envelope structure. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of phospholipid is NOT as abundant in the plasma membrane but is important for functions like cell signaling and vesicle targeting?

<p>Phosphoinositides (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the outer membrane of the mitochondria?

<p>Regulates the passage of molecules into and out of the mitochondria. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the enzymes that facilitate the transfer of phospholipids between the inner and outer leaflets of the plasma membrane?

<p>Flippases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between integral membrane proteins and peripheral membrane proteins?

<p>Integral proteins are permanently associated with the membrane, while peripheral proteins are transiently associated with the membrane. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components of the cell is NOT enclosed by a membrane?

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

Match the following cellular components with their primary function or characteristic:

<p>Nuclear lamina = Provides structural support to the nucleus and is associated with diseases like progeria Mitochondria = Site of ATP production and contains its own DNA Lysosomes = Responsible for degradation of cellular waste and involved in various storage diseases Peroxisomes = Involved in the breakdown of very long chain fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match these plasma membrane components with their function:

<p>Phospholipids = Form the lipid bilayer structure of the membrane Cholesterol = Regulates membrane fluidity and permeability Integral membrane proteins = Span the lipid bilayer and facilitate transport or signaling Glycolipids = Function in cell recognition and signaling on the cell surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cellular processes with their primary location:

<p>Protein synthesis = Ribosomes and Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) Protein folding = Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) Protein sorting and modification = Golgi Apparatus Protein degradation = Lysosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pair the following genetic diseases with the affected cellular component:

<p>Progeria = Nuclear lamina Tay-Sachs disease = Lysosomes I-cell disease = Golgi Appararus and Lysosomes Adrenoleukodystrophy = Peroxisomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to membrane transport with their description:

<p>Selective permeability = Allows only certain molecules to pass through the membrane Amphipathic = Having both hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions, such as in phospholipids Transmembrane protein = A protein that spans the entire lipid bilayer Flippases = Enzymes that move phospholipids between leaflets of the membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the cellular structure with its primary characteristic:

<p>Nucleoid = Region in prokaryotes containing DNA Cell wall = Provides structure and protection in prokaryotes Flagellum = Used for movement in some prokaryotic cells Peptidoglycan = Major component of the bacterial cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the antibiotic class with their mechanism of action, in bacterial cells:

<p>β-lactams = Inhibits cell wall synthesis by preventing peptidoglycan synthesis Penicillin = A specific type of β-lactam that disrupts bacterial cell wall formation Glycopeptide antibiotics = Includes Vancomycin, which prevents peptidoglycan synthesis Vancomycin = A specific glycopeptide antibiotic that inhibits peptidoglycan synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the level of organization with appropriate description in multicellular organisms:

<p>Cells = Basic structural and functional unit of tissues Tissues = Groups of specialized cells performing a specific function Organs = Comprised of various types of tissues working together Multicellular organisms = Complex entities made up of cells, tissues and organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the term with its corresponding description in the cell:

<p>Prokaryotes = Organisms lacking membrane-bound organelles and a nucleus Eukaryotes = Organisms with membrane-bound organelles and a nucleus Cytoplasm = The gel-like substance within the cell where DNA is located in prokaryotes Nucleus = A membrane enclosed compartment housing the DNA in Eukaryotes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the function with its related cellular component or process:

<p>Movement = Facilitated by the flagellum in some prokaryotic cells Protection = The cell wall provides structural integrity of a cell Synthesis = The peptidoglycan layer is the target of some antibiotics Structure = Peptidoglycan provides a mesh-like component of the cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cellular components with their specific protein processing functions:

<p>Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) = Initial synthesis and folding of proteins, including signal sequence cleavage Golgi Apparatus = Modification, packaging, and sorting of proteins Ribosomes on the ER = Synthesis of membrane-associated and secretory proteins Lysosomes = Degradation of unneeded proteins and damaged organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cellular locations with their associated processes in protein trafficking:

<p>ER Lumen = Protein folding and synthesis of secretory proteins ER Membrane = Synthesis of membrane-associated proteins Golgi Cis Face = Receiving transport vesicles containing new proteins Golgi Trans Face = Releasing secretory vesicles towards the plasma membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Golgi apparatus regions with their primary function:

<p>Cis face = Receives transport vesicles from the ER Trans face = Releases secretory vesicles Medial region = Modification of proteins All regions = Phosphorylation and sorting of proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions to their respective cellular process or condition:

<p>Protein misfolding = Can trigger apoptosis Secretory protein synthesis = Occurs in the ER lumen I-cell disease = Lysosomal enzymes are released from the cell GlcNac-1-phosphotransferase deficiency = Prevents phosphorylation of lysosomal enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cellular scenarios with the associated outcomes:

<p>Defective protein folding = Activation of cellular stress response and potential apoptosis Signal sequence in nascent protein = Targeting of ribosome-mRNA complex to the ER Unphosphorylated lysosomal enzymes = Mis-targeting and secretion outside the cell Accumulation of undigested substances in lysosomes = Disruption of lysosomal function</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following proteins or enzymes with their cellular location :

<p>N-acetylglucosamine (GlcNac)-1-phosphotransferase = Golgi apparatus Membrane associated proteins = ER Membrane Secretory proteins = ER Lumen Lysosomal enzymes = Lysosome</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cellular process to there associated dysfunction:

<p>Protein folding = Protein accumulation and cellular stress Lysosomal enzyme phosphorylation = Un-targeted enzymes and I-cell disease Secretory protein synthesis = Impaired export of proteins Protein sorting = Improper compartment localization</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics with their corresponding cellular structure:

<p>Signal sequence = Directs ribosome to the ER Cis face of Golgi = Receives transport vesicles Trans face of Golgi = Releases secretory vesicles Phosphorylation of enzymes = Process in Golgi for lysosomal targeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each lipid type with its distinguishing feature:

<p>Phospholipids = Most abundant lipid in the plasma membrane, amphipathic nature Glycolipids = Lipid with a sugar molecule attached, found on the outer leaflet Cholesterol = Fills spaces between phospholipids, important for membrane rigidity Sphingosine = Backbone molecule of glycolipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the protein type with its characteristic association with the plasma membrane:

<p>Integral proteins = Permanently associated with the membrane, includes transmembrane proteins Lipid-anchored proteins = Covalently bound to lipid molecules, indirectly associated with the membrane Peripheral proteins = Associated with the membrane through attachment to integral proteins Transmembrane proteins = Span both layers of the plasma membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the locations within the cell with their specific functions:

<p>Nuclear Pores = Control the transport of molecules in and out of the nucleus Inner Mitochondrial Membrane = Location of the machinery for oxidative phosphorylation Outer leaflet of the plasma membrane = Layer facing the extracellular environment Nucleolus = Site of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and protein synthesis within the nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the molecule or structure with its role in the plasma membrane structure:

<p>Hydrophilic head of phospholipid = Faces the aqueous environment inside or outside the cell Hydrophobic tail of phospholipid = Forms the interior of the lipid bilayer Glycolipids = Plays a role in cell recognition on the outer leaflet Cholesterol = Contributes to membrane fluidity and reduces permeability</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the function with the organelle in eukaryotic cells:

<p>Mitochondria = Primary site for ATP production through oxidative phosphorylation Nucleus = Storage of genetic information and control center of the cell Lysosomes = Degradation of cellular waste and foreign material Endoplasmic Reticulum = Site for the synthesis of new membranes and protein folding</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the effect with the associated cellular component's dysfunction:

<p>Lamin A mutation = Leads to premature aging in Progeria due to improper nuclear lamina structure Mitochondrial DNA mutation = Often results in neuromuscular diseases due to impaired energy production Lysosomal dysfunction = Causes accumulation of undigested material in cells Peroxisomal dysfunction = Results in the accumulation of very long-chain fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each phospholipid with a defining feature:

<p>Phosphatidylethanolamine = One of the major phospholipids in the plasma membrane Phosphatidylserine = One of the major phospholipids in the plasma membrane Phosphatidylcholine = One of the main phospholipids of animal cell membranes Phosphoinositides = Less abundant but critical for cell signaling and vesicle targeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the component with its location within the cell:

<p>Chromatin = Found within the nucleus, where DNA is stored. Cristae = Formed by infoldings of the inner mitochondrial membrane. Matrix = Space enclosed by the inner membrane of the mitochondrion Cytoplasm = Region of the cell outside the nucleus but within the plasma membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the term with its primary characteristic:

<p>Amphipathic = Possesses both hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions Selectively permeable = Allows some substances to pass through but not others Lateral diffusion = Movement of phospholipid molecules within the same monolayer Electrochemical gradient = Differences in ion concentrations setting up gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each lipid type with the cell membrane it predominantly exists within:

<p>Cerebrosides = Muscle and nerve cell membranes Gangliosides = Nerve cell membranes Phospholipids = Found in all plasma membranes Cholesterol = Embedded in all animal cell plasma membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the term associated with the mitochondrial inheritance:

<p>Fission = Mechanism of self replication of mitochondria mtDNA (mDNA) = Small circular DNA that is present in the mitochondria Non-Mendelian inheritance = Mitochondrial genetic material inheritance from the mother only Homologous recombination = Process absent in mitochondrial DNA from lack of paternal contribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the protein with its function related to the cell:

<p>Transporters = Movement of molecules across plasma membranes Receptors = Receive extracellular signals for cell comunications Anchors = Connect the cell membrane to the extracellular environment Enzymes = Mediate biological processes, for example signaling pathways</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the structural component with its primary effect on the cell membrane:

<p>Phospholipid bilayer = Forms the basic structure of the cell membrane Cholesterol = Increases the rigidity of the cell membrane Integral proteins = Mediate transport and signaling across the cell membrane Glycolipids = Contribute to cell recognition on the cell's outer surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the molecules with their characteristics about passing through the plasma membrane:

<p>Small nonpolar molecules = Easily diffuse across the membrane Small uncharged polar molecules = Pass through the membrane with some difficulty Large uncharged polar molecules = Require transport proteins to cross the membrane Ions = Impermeable to the lipid bilayer and need specific channels/transporters</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cellular components with their primary function relating to the degradation of cellular substances:

<p>Lysosomes = Degradation of macromolecules and worn-out organelles Peroxisomes = Breakdown of very long chain fatty acids and detoxification of certain substances Rough ER = Quality control for newly synthesized secretory proteins Autophagy = Self eating of cellular components</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following disease conditions with their associated enzyme deficiencies:

<p>Tay-Sachs disease = Deficiency in hexosaminidase A (Hex A) Hurler syndrome = Defect in α-L-iduronidase Zellweger syndrome = Mutations in peroxins (impaired peroxisome formation) Mitochondrial disorders = Defects in mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each disease with its primary cellular effect:

<p>Tay-Sachs disease = Accumulation of ganglioside in neurons Hurler syndrome = Accumulation of undigested glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) in lysosomes Zellweger syndrome = Accumulation of very long chain fatty acids Mitochondrial disease = Impairments in cellular energy production (ATP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the organelle with its function in lipid metabolism and/or storage:

<p>Peroxisomes = Catalyze the first reactions in plasmalogen formation Smooth ER = Major site of synthesis of new membrane in the cell Rough ER = Site of synthesis for secretory proteins Lysosome = Degradation of gangliosides and glycosaminoglycans</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each component with its role in calcium handling within a cell:

<p>Smooth ER = Stores intracellular calcium Sarcoplasmic Reticulum = Storage compartment for calcium needed for muscle contractions Mitochondria = Regulate calcium levels for metabolic processes Plasma membrane = Calcium influx and efflux regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the disease with the most relevant diagnostic indicator:

<p>Tay-Sachs disease = Cherry-red spot on the retina Hurler syndrome = Presence of nondegraded GAGs in the urine Zellweger syndrome = Elevated very long chain fatty acid levels in the blood Mitochondrial disease = Increase in lactate and pyruvate in the blood/CSF</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the cellular location with its associated process:

<p>Lysosomes = Pathogen degradation in phagocytic cells Peroxisomes = Breakdown of hydrogen peroxide ($H_2O_2$) into water and oxygen Smooth ER = Synthesis of membrane lipids Nucleus = DNA replication and Transcription</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the cellular structure with its relative size in the cell:

<p>Lysosomes = Small (&lt; 0.5µm) Peroxisomes = Similar size to lysosomes Endoplasmic Reticulum = Membrane bound interconnected network Mitochondria = Larger than peroxisomes and lysosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the disorder with its mode of genetic inheritance:

<p>Lysosomal Storage Diseases (LSDs) = Autosomal recessive Peroxisomal biogenesis disorders = Autosomal recessive Mitochondrial disorders = Maternally inherited (mtDNA) Progeria = Autosomal dominant</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of protein with its function:

<p>Peroxins = Involved in formation of peroxisomes Catalase = Converts $H_2O_2$ to water and oxygen Hydrolases = Digestive enzymes in lysosomes Hexosaminidase A (Hex A) = Breaks down ganglioside</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the listed compound with its role in disease pathology:

<p>Mutant mtDNA = Leads to mitochondrial dysfunction Very long chain fatty acids = Accumulates in peroxisomal disorders Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) = Accumulates in Hurler syndrome Ganglioside = Accumulates in Tay- Sachs Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the cellular component with its role in protein processing:

<p>Rough ER = Site of synthesis for secretory proteins Smooth ER = Quality control of newly synthesized proteins Lysosome = Protein degradation Proteasome = Degradation of misfolded proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the cellular component with their environment:

<p>Lysosome = Acidic environment (pH ~5) Peroxisome = Contained environment for oxidative reactions Cytosol = Aqueous environment inside the cell Mitochondria = Double membrane creating separate compartments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the cellular structure with its main location in cell:

<p>Sarcoplasmic Reticulum = Found in muscle cells Peroxisomes = Abundant in liver and kidney cells Lysosomes = Found in all cells Mitochondria = Found in all cells (eukaryotic)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the symptoms and outcomes with the associated disease or disorder:

<p>Lysosomal Storage Diseases = Results in an increase in mass of the affected tissue (except in brain) Tay Sachs Disease = Death within the first few years of life Zellweger syndrome = Usually fatal within the first year of life Mitochondrial disease = Progressive neurological issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Prokaryotes

A single-celled organism that lacks a membrane-bound nucleus and other internal organelles. Their DNA is located in the cytoplasm.

Eukaryotes

A type of cell that has a membrane-bound nucleus and other internal organelles. They are more complex than prokaryotes.

Bacterial cell wall

A tough outer layer that surrounds and protects bacterial cells, composed of peptidoglycan, a complex molecule with carbohydrate chains.

Peptidoglycan

A molecule found in bacterial cell walls, made up of sugar chains connected by peptide bridges. It's essential for bacterial cell structure and a target for some antibiotics.

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β-lactams

A group of antibiotics that work by inhibiting peptidoglycan synthesis, thus preventing the formation of the bacterial cell wall.

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What is a cell?

Cells are the fundamental building blocks of all living organisms. They are self-contained units, enclosed by a membrane and filled with a concentrated solution of chemicals. They possess the remarkable ability to reproduce themselves through growth and division.

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What is the plasma membrane?

The plasma membrane is a selectively permeable barrier that encloses the cell. It controls the passage of molecules in and out of the cell, maintains cell shape, and facilitates communication with other cells. It is composed of a phospholipid bilayer embedded with proteins and carbohydrates.

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What are the six major membrane-bound organelles?

The six major membrane-bound organelles are the nucleus, endoplasmic reticulum (ER), Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, peroxisomes, and mitochondria. Each organelle has a distinct structure and performs specific functions essential for the cell's survival.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

The nucleus is the control center of the cell. It houses the cell's DNA, which carries the genetic instructions for building and maintaining the organism. The nucleus is responsible for replicating DNA and producing RNA, the blueprint for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is a network of interconnected membranes that serves as a manufacturing and transport system. The rough ER is studded with ribosomes, involved in protein synthesis, while the smooth ER synthesizes lipids and detoxifies harmful substances.

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Signal sequence for ER proteins

A sequence of amino acids in a protein that directs the ribosomes to the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) during translation.

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Protein translation in the ER

The process by which proteins are synthesized and folded within the ER, often involving modifications and transport to other organelle.

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What is the endoplasmic reticulum(ER)?

A network of membranes that extends throughout the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells. It functions as a manufacturing and transport system.

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What is the Golgi Apparatus?

A stack of flattened membrane-enclosed sacs near the nucleus, involved in the processing, packaging, and sorting of proteins.

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Cis face of Golgi

The side of the Golgi facing the ER, receiving transport vesicles from the ER.

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Trans face of Golgi

The side of the Golgi oriented towards the plasma membrane, releasing secretory vesicles.

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What is I-cell disease?

A rare inherited condition characterized by defective physical growth, intellectual disabilities and dysfunctional lysosomes.

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N-acetylglucosamine (GlcNac)-1-phosphotransferase

A phosphorylating enzyme in the Golgi apparatus, critical for directing lysosomal enzymes to their proper destination.

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What are mitochondrial diseases?

Mitochondrial diseases are caused by mutations in mitochondrial DNA, which can affect the function of mitochondria and lead to a variety of health problems.

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How do mitochondrial diseases manifest?

The severity of mitochondrial diseases depends on which organ is affected and the number of organs involved. The disease only manifests once a certain proportion of the affected tissue's mtDNA is mutant.

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What is the function of lysosomes?

Lysosomes are small, membrane-bound organelles filled with digestive enzymes (hydrolases). They are responsible for breaking down various macromolecules and worn-out organelles.

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What is the pH of lysosomes?

Lysosomes are acidic (pH ~5) to activate the hydrolases and facilitate the breakdown of materials.

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What are lysosomal storage diseases?

Lysosomal Storage Diseases (LSDs) result from defects in lysosomal enzymes, leading to the accumulation of undigested substances in the cell. This often causes tissue and organ enlargement, especially in the brain, leading to neurodegeneration.

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What causes Tay-Sachs Disease?

Tay-Sachs Disease is caused by a deficiency in the enzyme Hexosaminidase A (Hex A), which breaks down ganglioside in the brain. This results in ganglioside accumulation and neuronal cell death.

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What causes Hurler Syndrome?

Hurler Syndrome is caused by a defect in the enzyme α-L-iduronidase, which breaks down glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). This leads to GAG accumulation and various symptoms including skeletal abnormalities and intellectual disabilities.

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What are peroxisomes?

Peroxisomes are small, membrane-bound organelles similar in size to lysosomes. They contain enzymes for oxidative reactions involved in the breakdown of very long chain fatty acids, detoxification of alcohol, and other important processes.

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What is a key enzyme found in peroxisomes?

Peroxisomes have a high concentration of the enzyme catalase, which converts hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) to water and oxygen, preventing potentially toxic build-up.

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What causes peroxisomal biogenesis disorders?

Peroxisomal biogenesis disorders result from mutations in peroxins, proteins essential for forming peroxisomes. This leads to impaired peroxisome function and an accumulation of very long chain fatty acids.

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What is Zellweger syndrome?

Zellweger syndrome is a severe peroxisomal biogenesis disorder characterized by impaired brain development, liver and kidney lesions. Very long chain fatty acids accumulate in the blood. It is usually fatal within the first year of life.

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What are the two types of ER?

Rough ER is studded with ribosomes, which are the sites of protein synthesis. Smooth ER, on the other hand, lacks ribosomes and plays roles in lipid synthesis and detoxification.

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What is the Unfolded Protein Response (UPR)?

The ER is involved in the "unfolded protein response" (UPR). This quality control mechanism ensures that newly synthesized proteins are properly folded and functional before they are released from the cell.

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What is the sarcoplasmic reticulum?

The sarcoplasmic reticulum is a specialized type of smooth ER found in muscle cells. It acts as a calcium reservoir, crucial for triggering muscle contractions.

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What are phospholipids?

Phospholipids are the main component of the plasma membrane. They are amphipathic, meaning they have both hydrophilic (water-loving) and hydrophobic (water-fearing) regions.

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How does a phospholipid form a bilayer?

A phospholipid bilayer forms when phospholipids arrange themselves in a double layer, with their hydrophilic heads facing the watery environment on either side and their hydrophobic tails facing each other in the middle.

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What are glycolipids?

Glycolipids are lipids with a carbohydrate molecule attached. They are found exclusively in the outer leaflet of the plasma membrane and are important for cell recognition.

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What is the role of cholesterol in the plasma membrane?

Cholesterol is a type of lipid found in the plasma membrane that helps maintain its fluidity and structure. It fills the spaces between phospholipids, making the membrane more rigid and less permeable.

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What are integral membrane proteins?

Integral membrane proteins are permanently embedded in the plasma membrane. They can span both layers or be associated with only one. Transmembrane proteins are a type of integral protein that spans the entire membrane.

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What are peripheral membrane proteins?

Peripheral membrane proteins are temporarily associated with the plasma membrane, attaching to integral membrane proteins. They're not directly embedded in the membrane, like a loose leaf on a tree.

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How is the plasma membrane fluid?

The plasma membrane is a fluid structure, meaning its components can move laterally within the membrane. This fluidity is essential for many cellular processes, including cell signaling and the transport of molecules.

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What is the nucleus?

The nucleus is the control center of the eukaryotic cell, containing the cell's genetic material (DNA). It's enclosed by a double membrane called the nuclear envelope.

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What are mitochondria?

Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell, responsible for generating energy (ATP) through cellular respiration. They have an outer membrane and an inner membrane folded into cristae.

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What are lysosomes?

Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles that contain enzymes responsible for breaking down waste products and cellular debris. They are the recycling centers of the cell.

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What does the plasma membrane do?

The plasma membrane is a selectively permeable barrier that encloses the cell. It controls the flow of molecules in and out of the cell, maintains cell shape, and allows communication with other cells. It's made of a phospholipid bilayer with embedded proteins and carbohydrates.

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What does the endoplasmic reticulum do?

The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is a network of interconnected membranes. It acts as a manufacturing and transport system. The rough ER with attached ribosomes is involved in protein synthesis, while the smooth ER makes lipids and detoxifies harmful substances.

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What does the Golgi apparatus do?

The Golgi apparatus is a stack of flattened sacs near the nucleus, involved in processing, packaging, and sorting proteins. It's like a postal service that sends packages (proteins) to their destination.

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What is a prokaryote?

Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms that lack a membrane-bound nucleus and other internal organelles, like mitochondria. Their DNA is located in the cytoplasm, a region called the nucleoid.

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What is a eukaryote?

Eukaryotes are more complex cells with membrane-bound organelles, including a nucleus that houses their DNA. Examples include plants, animals, fungi, and protists.

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What is peptidoglycan?

Peptidoglycan is a complex molecule found in bacterial cell walls. It's a mesh-like structure made up of sugar chains linked by peptide bridges.

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What is the bacterial cell wall?

The cell wall is a tough outer layer that surrounds and protects bacterial cells. It's composed of peptidoglycan, a unique molecule found only in bacteria.

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What is the hierarchy of multicellular organisms?

The hierarchy of multicellular organisms is organized from the simplest to the most complex: cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Each level builds upon the previous one.

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Signal Sequence

A sequence of amino acids in a protein that guides ribosomes to the ER during translation, ensuring the protein is synthesized and folded within the ER.

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Golgi Apparatus

A stack of flattened membrane-enclosed sacs near the nucleus. It processes, packages, and sorts proteins for various cellular destinations.

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Cis Face

The side of the Golgi Apparatus facing the ER, receiving transport vesicles containing newly synthesized proteins.

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Trans Face

The side of the Golgi Apparatus oriented towards the plasma membrane, releasing secretory vesicles carrying proteins destined for secretion.

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I-cell disease

A rare genetic disorder characterized by faulty lysosomal enzyme function due to a deficiency in a specific Golgi apparatus enzyme. This results in cells lacking the necessary enzymes for proper lysosomal function.

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Lysosomes

Specialized organelles containing enzymes for breaking down cellular waste and debris. They are acidic to activate their digestive enzymes.

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Cellular Suicide (Apoptosis)

The process where the cell shuts down protein synthesis and initiates programmed cell death (apoptosis) if proteins fold incorrectly.

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What are phospholipids and what role do the play in the plasma membrane?

The plasma membrane is made of a phospholipid bilayer. Phospholipids are molecules with hydrophilic heads and hydrophobic tails.

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What is the function of cholesterol in the plasma membrane?

Cholesterol is a type of lipid that is packed into the plasma membrane, making it more rigid and less permeable.

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Why is the plasma membrane called a fluid mosaic?

The plasma membrane is not rigid, but fluid. Its components can move laterally within the membrane.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

Mitochondria are responsible for generating ATP (energy currency of the cell) through cellular respiration. They are enclosed by two membranes: the outer membrane and the inner membrane (folded into cristae).

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What is the function of peroxisomes?

Peroxisomes are organelles that contain enzymes for oxidation reactions, like the breakdown of very long chain fatty acids and detoxifying alcohol.

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How do molecules move across the cell membrane?

The cell membrane is selectively permeable, allowing small, non-polar molecules to pass through easily, but requires channels and carriers for larger or polar molecules.

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What is the electrochemical gradient?

The concentration of ions inside the cell is different from the outside. This difference is called the electrochemical gradient.

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How does the cell membrane help maintain the electrochemical gradient?

The cell membrane helps maintain the electrochemical gradient by regulating the movement of ions.

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Study Notes

Cell Structure and Function

  •  Reading assignment includes Essential Cell Biology, Chapter 1, Chapter 11, and Marks' Basic Medical Biochemistry, Chapter 10.
  •  Students will learn lipid, protein, and carbohydrate components of the plasma membrane.
  •  Plasma membrane functions including selective permeability, cellular communication, and physical functions will be discussed.
  •  Major ions found inside and outside the cell, and their concentration variations across cell membranes, are key.
  •  Six major membrane-bound organelles of the human cell will be identified.
  •  Structure and major functions of each organelle will be described.
  •  Genetic diseases related to organelle dysfunction (e.g., nuclear lamina, mitochondria, lysosomes, peroxisomes, and Golgi apparatus) will be examined, along with the affected molecular processes.

Cells

  •  Cells are membrane-enclosed units filled with concentrated aqueous solutions of chemicals.
  •  Cells have the ability to copy themselves by growing and dividing into two.
  •  A cell is the smallest unit of life.
  • All living organisms can be classified into two basic groups: prokaryotes and eukaryotes.

Components of Prokaryotic Cells (Bacteria)

  •  Typically have a flagellum for movement.
  •  No membrane-bound organelles.
  •  DNA is in the cytoplasm, attached to the cell membrane.
  •  Nucleoid is encased by the cell wall.

Bacterial Cell Wall

  •  Surrounds and protects the cell.
  •  Composed of peptidoglycan (murein).
  •  Mesh-like structure of carbohydrate backbones linked by peptide bridges.
  •  Some antibiotics inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis (e.g., β-lactams, penicillin, glycopeptide antibiotics, vancomycin).
  •  Prevents peptidoglycan synthesis.

Hierarchy of Multicellular Organisms

  • Organisms are comprised of tissues.
  • Tissues are groups of highly specialized cells.
  • Cells performing specific functions.
  • Different cell types share similar components.

Components of Eukaryotic Cells (Animal Cells)

  •  Plasma Membrane
  •  Membrane-enclosed organelles
  •  Nucleus
  •  Mitochondria
  •  Lysosomes
  •  Peroxisomes
  •  Endoplasmic Reticulum
  •  Golgi Apparatus
  •  Cytoskeleton

Prokaryotic Cell vs. Eukaryotic Cell

  •  Prokaryotes are unicellular organisms.
  •  Eukaryotes are part of multicellular organisms.
  •  Prokaryotic cells have a cell wall.
  •  Eukaryotic cells don't have a cell wall
  •  Prokaryotes lack organelles
  •  Eukaryotes contain membrane-bound organelles.
  •  Prokaryotic DNA is circular
  •  Eukaryotic DNA is linear.
  • Smaller average size of prokaryotes (2-3 µm) and bigger average size of eukaryotes (~10 µm)
  •  Prokaryotic cells come in various shapes.
  •  Eukaryotic cells come in various shapes.

Components of the Cell

  •  Plasma Membrane
  •  Nucleus
  •  Mitochondria
  •  Lysosomes
  •  Peroxisomes
  •  Endoplasmic Reticulum
  •  Golgi Apparatus

Plasma Membrane

  •  Separates the cell's contents from its surroundings.
  •  Composed of a phospholipid bilayer
  •  Phospholipids are two hydrophobic fatty acid tails joined to a hydrophilic head.
  •  Selectively permeable to ions and organic molecules.
  •  Membrane proteins (integral and peripheral) are associated with the plasma membrane
  •  Integral membrane proteins are permanently associated with the membrane.
  •  Peripheral membrane proteins are transiently associated.

Plasma Membrane: Lipids

  •  Major components:
    • ~75% phospholipids
    • ~20% cholesterol
    • ~5% glycolipids
  •  Faces the outside (extracellular) environment.
  •  Makes up ~50% of membrane volume.

Lipids

  • Three families of lipids found in the plasma membrane
    • Phospholipids
    • Glycolipiids
    • Cholesterol

Phospholipids

  •  Amphipathic; both hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions.
  •  Consist of five parts:
    • Hydrophilic head
    • Glycerol
    • Phosphate group
    • Two hydrocarbon tails (hydrophobic)

Phospholipids in the Plasma Membrane

  • Four major phospholipid classes found in the plasma membrane
    • Phosphatidylethanolamine
    • Phosphatidylserine
    • Phosphatidylcholine
    • Sphingomyelin

Cholesterol

  • Constitutes ~20% of the plasma membrane's lipid composition.
  • Fills gaps between phospholipids.
  • Makes the membrane more rigid and less permeable.

Plasma Membrane: Proteins

  • Four different ways in which proteins are associated with the plasma membrane:
    • Integral Proteins
    • Transmembrane proteins
    • Monolayer associated
    • Lipid anchored

Transmembrane Proteins

  • Span both layers of the membrane.
  • Exposed to both the extracellular side and the intracellular side.
  • Four functional classes:
    • Transporters
    • Anchors
    • Receptors
    • Enzymes

Fluidity of Membrane Proteins

  •  Plasma membrane is a fluid structure.
  •  Proteins can move laterally.

Functions of Plasma Membrane

  •  Communication (receptors)
  •  Intercellular connections
  •  Physical barrier (phospholipid bilayer)
  •  Selective permeability (regulates transport)

Lipid Bilayers

  •  Small, nonpolar molecules readily diffuse across lipid bilayers (e.g., oxygen, carbon dioxide).
  •  Small, uncharged, polar molecules (e.g., water, ethanol) also diffuse across.
  •  Large, uncharged polar molecules and ions cannot pass through easily and require transport proteins.

Ion Concentrations

  •  Ion concentrations differ inside and outside the cell, creating electrochemical gradients.
  •  Specific concentrations of potassium, chlorine, sodium, and calcium are important.

Membrane-Enclosed Organelles

  •  Nucleus
  •  Mitochondria
  •  Lysosomes
  •  Peroxisomes
  •  Endoplasmic Reticulum
  •  Golgi Apparatus

Nucleus

  •  Most prominent organelle.
  •  Contains DNA (information storage).
  •  Composed of nuclear envelope (INM and ONM), DNA, chromatin, nucleolus (rRNA).
  • Nuclear lamina forms the structural component of the nuclear envelope.

Mitochondrial Dysfunction

  •  Can affect neuromuscular systems.
  •  Mutations in mtDNA or nuclear DNA can cause mitochondrial diseases.
  •  Skeletal muscle sensitive to mitochondrial defects.
  •  Symptoms can include drooping eyelids, swallowing difficulties, and limb weakness; severity depends on affected organ and number of organs affected.
  • Diseases may not present until specific ratio of mutant mtDNA to normal mtDNA is reached in affected tissue.

Lysosomes

  •  Small, membrane-bound organelles.
  •  Contain digestive enzymes (hydrolases).
  •  Called the "stomach of the cell."
  •  Break down macromolecules.
  •  Maintain an acidic environment (pH ~5).
  •  Important for adaptive immunity (engulfing pathogens).
  •  Cells contain multiple copies.

Lysosomal Dysfunction

  •  Lysosomal Storage Diseases (LSD) result from defects in lysosomal enzymes.
  • Causes abnormal accumulation of substances inside the cell.
  •  Often results in neurodegeneration.

Tay-Sachs Disease

  •  Deficiency in the enzyme hexosaminidase A.
  •  Causes accumulation of ganglioside in the brain.
  •  Leads to neuronal death.
  •  Infantile form develops around 3-6 months of age.
  •  Clinical finding: cherry-red spot on retina.

Hurler Syndrome

  •  Due to a defect in the enzyme α-L-iduronidase.
  •  Accumulation of undigested glycosaminoglycans (GAGs).
  •  Causes skeletal abnormalities and intellectual disabilities.
  •  Detected by nondegraded GAGs in urine.

Peroxisomes

  •  Small, membrane-bound vesicles.
  •  Cells contain multiple copies.
  •  Breakdown of very long chain fatty acids.
  •  Oxidative reactions occur within them.
  •  Contains catalase for hydrogen peroxide elimination.
  •  Play a critical role in fatty acid degradation.
  • Involved in the synthesis of plasmalogens.
  • Abundant in liver and kidney cells.
  • Involved in ethanol detoxification.

Peroxisomal Dysfunction

  •  Mutations in peroxins (proteins forming peroxisomes) lead to accumulation of very long-chain fatty acids.
  •  Often causes Zellweger syndrome with impaired brain development, liver and kidney lesions.
  •  Usually fatal in first year of life.

Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)

  •  Membrane-bound system of interconnected sacs and tubes.
  •  Continuous with the nuclear membrane.
  •  Two types: smooth ER and rough ER (with ribosomes).
  •  Smooth ER: synthesis of new membranes; store calcium; detoxification
  •  Rough ER: site of secretory protein synthesis.
  •  Important for protein processing.

Protein Translation in the ER

  •  Proteins destined for the plasma membrane or secretion start their synthesis on ribosomes on the rough ER.
  •  A signal peptide directs ribosomes to the rough ER.
  •  Proteins are translated and folded within the ER.

Golgi Apparatus

  •  Stacks of flattened membrane-enclosed sacs.
  •  Located near the nucleus.
  •  Received proteins from the ER and further modifies them.
  •  Sorts proteins and packages them into vesicles for different destinations (lysosomes, secretion, or plasma membrane).
  • Has "polarity". Cis face is near ER; Trans face is near membrane.
  • Modifications include addition of galactose, removal of mannose, and sulfation; packing and sorting of proteins destined for various locations
  • Modifies new proteins for lysosomes, secretion, and plasma membrane

Protein Trafficking and Sorting

  •  Proteins go through different stages in the Golgi: modification, packaging, sorting.

Golgi Apparatus Dysfunction

  •  I-cell disease: deficiency in a phosphorylating enzyme in the Golgi apparatus.
  •  Lysosomal enzymes aren't properly processed and released from the cell.
  •  Lysosomes lack essential enzymes for their function.

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