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Cell Structure and Organization Quiz

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What describes the study of the structure, function, and genetics of cells?

  • Biochemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Cytology (correct)
  • Histology

    • Who proposed that all plants were composed of cells?

  • Conrad Gesner
  • Mathias Jacob Schleiden (correct)
  • Aristotle
  • Theodor Schwann

    • Which pair of scientists is credited with applying the idea of cell function to animals?

  • Schleiden and Schwann (correct)
  • Da Vinci and Gesner
  • Aristotle and Paracelcus
  • Carl Linnaeus and Louis Pasteur

    • What technique was fundamental to the early advancements in cell biology?

    <p>Light microscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a key characteristic of all true cells?

    <p>A set of genes for cellular regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invented the use of lenses to view small objects in detail?

    <p>Leonardo Da Vinci</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Schleiden propose his theory regarding cells in plants?

    <p>1838</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key advancements that contributed to the development of cell biology?

    <p>Development of the compound microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lysosomes?

    <p>Digestion of biological materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the structure of mitochondria?

    <p>Modified double unit membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is ATP produced in mitochondria?

    <p>During cellular respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is unique to lysosomal enzymes?

    <p>Active under acidic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do certain cells have more mitochondria?

    <p>To support sustained ATP demands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a secondary function of lysosomes?

    <p>Causing aging and cell death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of cristae in mitochondria?

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

    In which type of cells would you NOT find mitochondria?

    <p>Bacterial cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of mitochondria in an animal cell?

    <p>Generating energy for the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is found only in plant cells?

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

    What is a key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells regarding the nucleus?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus while prokaryotic cells do not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of genetic material do prokaryotic cells typically possess?

    <p>Circular or linear double stranded DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is responsible for modifying, packaging, and distributing proteins?

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

    What feature distinguishes the cell wall of plant cells from that of prokaryotic cells?

    <p>Plant cell walls are thicker than prokaryotic cell walls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?

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

    What type of genetic material is found in eukaryotic cells that is frequently interrupted by intron sequences?

    <p>Linear double stranded DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of Chlorella vulgaris on diatoms?

    <p>It inhibits their growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of competition is referred to as Resource competition?

    <p>Intraspecific competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Gause's Principle state about complete competitors?

    <p>They cannot coexist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during intraspecific competition?

    <p>Species harm each other to obtain resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines an ecosystem?

    <p>A self-contained unit of organisms and their environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In interspecific competition, what can occur if one species has a greater negative effect on the other?

    <p>Only the stronger species will survive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does intraspecific competition affect population growth?

    <p>It regulates and can limit population growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario is an example of both species coexisting despite competition?

    <p>Interference is less intense than intraspecific competition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of energy for ecosystems with a grazing food chain?

    <p>Solar radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a detritus food chain from a grazing food chain?

    <p>Start with organic matter decomposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of food chains?

    <p>Preserving ecosystems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a food web?

    <p>A complex network of interconnected food chains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a pyramid of numbers represent?

    <p>Number of organisms at each trophic level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three types of ecological pyramids?

    <p>Pyramids of energy, biomass, and numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of pyramids of biomass?

    <p>Mass of organisms present at a given time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Biological magnification is primarily associated with which type of food chain?

    <p>Detritus food chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cell Structure and Organization

    • A cell is the fundamental unit of structure and function in all living organisms.
    • Cell biology (cytology) explores the structure, function, molecular organization, and genetics of cells.
    • Significant areas of study in cell biology include classical cytology, cell physiology, and molecular cell biology.

    History of Cell Biology

    • Aristotle and Paracelsus theorized that all living organisms consist of a few repeated elements.
    • Development of the magnifying lens allowed detailed observations of microscopic structures.
    • The invention of the compound microscope facilitated advanced studies of cells.
    • Conrad Gesner conducted detailed studies on foraminifera using magnifying lenses.

    Cell Theory

    • Proposed by Mathias Jacob Schleiden and Theodor Schwann in the 1830s, stating that cells are the basic units of structure in both plants and animals.
    • Common characteristics of true cells: genetic material for cellular activities, a limiting plasma membrane for controlled exchange, and metabolic machinery for sustaining life.
    • Exceptions to the cell theory exist in certain organisms that don't possess traditional cell structures.

    Animal Cell Structure

    • Composed of various membrane-bound organelles including:
      • Nucleus: directs cell activities and holds genetic information.
      • Mitochondria: generate energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.
      • Ribosomes: synthesize proteins either attached to rough endoplasmic reticulum or free in the cytoplasm.
      • Golgi apparatus: modifies, packages, and distributes proteins.
      • Lysosomes: store enzymes for digestion.
    • Surrounded by a selectively permeable lipid membrane controlling material exchange.

    Plant Cell Structure

    • Includes structures such as:
      • Nucleus: carries genetic material.
      • Mitochondria: produce energy.
      • Ribosomes: manufacture proteins.
      • Smooth endoplasmic reticulum: produces lipids and stores energy.
      • Chloroplasts: capture sunlight for photosynthesis.
      • Vacuoles: store compounds and support plant growth.
    • Contains a rigid cell wall for protection and shape maintenance.

    Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Cells

    • Prokaryotic cells are generally smaller (1-10 µm), unicellular, and lack a true nucleus.
    • Eukaryotic cells range from 10 to 100 µm, can be multicellular, and contain a nucleus enclosed by a nuclear membrane.
    • Prokaryotic cells often have circular DNA; eukaryotic cells have linear DNA with introns.
    • Plasmids are common in prokaryotes but rare in eukaryotes.

    Lysosomes

    • Membrane-bound organelles containing hydrolytic enzymes for intracellular digestion.
    • Operate effectively under acidic conditions (pH = 5).
    • Functions include breaking down large molecules and contributing to aging and cellular death processes.

    Mitochondria

    • Double-membraned organelles with inner folds (cristae) that increase surface area for energy production.
    • Main site for cellular respiration, producing 95% of ATP in animal cells.
    • Contain their own DNA and ribosomes, supporting cytoplasmic inheritance and protein synthesis.

    Competition in Ecology

    • Intraspecific competition occurs within the same species; it regulates populations and involves resource competition.
    • Interspecific competition involves different species competing, where one often surpasses the other.
    • Gause's Principle states that complete competitors cannot coexist indefinitely, necessitating ecological distinctions.

    Ecosystems

    • Defined as a unit comprising living organisms interacting within their physical environment, enabling energy and material cycling.
    • Can also refer to geographical areas with diverse habitats linked through ecological processes.

    Food Chains and Food Webs

    • Grazing food chain depends on solar energy captured by autotrophs.
    • Detritus food chain starts with organic matter leading to microorganisms and detritivores, less reliant on direct solar energy.
    • Food webs represent interconnected food chains within an ecosystem, illustrating complex relationships among organisms.

    Ecological Pyramids

    • Pyramid of Numbers: displays numerical relationships among producers, herbivores, and carnivores.
    • Pyramid of Biomass: represents the biomass present at a specific time across the food chain.
    • Pyramid of Energy: illustrates energy production across trophic levels, with producers forming the base.

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