Cell Types: Quarter 1, Lesson 4

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What is the most common type of leukocyte?

Lymphocytes

Basophils

Neutrophils (correct)

Eosinophils

Which leukocyte is primarily involved in allergic responses and defending against parasites?

Monocytes

Basophils

Neutrophils

Eosinophils (correct)

What is the lifespan of platelets once they enter the bloodstream?

5 to 7 days

8 to 10 days (correct)

10 to 12 days

3 to 5 days

What is the function of B-cells in the immune response?

Produce antibodies Signup and view all the answers

How large can monocytes be in diameter?

Up to 20 µm Signup and view all the answers

Which type of neuroglial cell has a starlike appearance and is found in the brain and spinal cord?

Astrocytes Signup and view all the answers

Which leukocyte is involved in the body's defense against cancer cells?

T-cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of macrophages in the immune system?

Engulfing and killing dead cells and bacteria Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of oligodendrocytes?

To form a lipid-rich myelin sheath around axons Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle cell is primarily responsible for involuntary movements?

Cardiac muscle cells Signup and view all the answers

Where is hyaline cartilage predominantly found?

In the larynx and between the ribs Signup and view all the answers

What function do osteoclasts serve in the bone?

Break down bone during the renewal process Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage is found in the larynx and epiglottis?

Elastic cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle cells are responsible for voluntary movements?

Skeletal muscle cells Signup and view all the answers

What do microglial cells primarily produce?

None of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of osteocytes within bone tissue?

To maintain and monitor bone matrix integrity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of red blood cells?

To transport oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cell is capable of giving rise to all types of blood cells?

Hematopoietic stem cells Signup and view all the answers

Which stem cells are found in the basal layer of the epidermis and hair follicles?

Epithelial stem cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a stem cell’s ability to differentiate into multiple cell types?

Pluripotency Signup and view all the answers

What shape do erythrocytes (red blood cells) typically have?

Biconcave disc Signup and view all the answers

What type of cell do mesenchymal stem cells give rise to?

Fat cells Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cell is most primitive and undifferentiated in an embryo?

Embryonic stem cells Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cell is responsible for forming cartilage?

Chondrocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of osteoblasts?

Generate new bone Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells line the surface of bones and release calcium into the bloodstream?

Lining cells Signup and view all the answers

What are gametes specifically known as in male and female sex cells?

Spermatozoa and ova Signup and view all the answers

Which cells are specialized for energy storage in the form of fat?

Adipocytes Signup and view all the answers

What type of cells form the linings of blood vessels?

Endothelial cells Signup and view all the answers

Which of these cells is NOT a type of blood cell?

Chondrocytes Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone cell is involved in the resorption of bone?

Osteoclasts Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of osteocytes in bone tissue?

To sense mechanical strain and secrete growth factors Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of lining cells in bones?

Release calcium into the bloodstream Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cell is primarily responsible for pigment production in the skin?

Melanocytes Signup and view all the answers

What role do endothelial cells play in the body?

Form the lining of blood vessels Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes brown fat cells from white fat cells?

Shape and number of vacuoles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of gametes in sexual reproduction?

Fuse to form a new organism Signup and view all the answers

What is a unique characteristic of spermatozoa?

They have a head, midpiece, and tail Signup and view all the answers

How do stem cells differ from other cell types in the body?

They are pluripotent and can become any cell type Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about epithelial cells is accurate?

They line cavities within the body Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Cells in the Human Body

Human body contains numerous cell types including stem cells, blood cells, bone cells, cartilage cells, muscle cells, fat cells, nerve cells, and various epithelial cell types.
Stem cells function as precursors that differentiate into various cell types, categorized into pluripotent and unipotent.

Stem Cells

Pluripotent Stem Cells can differentiate into nearly all cell types except for extraembryonic tissues (placenta, amnion, chorion).
Unipotent Stem Cells produce only one specific cell type.
Embryonic Stem Cells are the most primitive, undifferentiated cells present in embryos.
Hematopoietic Stem Cells generate all blood cell types, including erythrocytes (RBCs), leukocytes (WBCs), and platelets.
Mesenchymal Stem Cells (bone marrow stromal cells) differentiate into a variety of connective tissues, including bone and fat cells.
Neural Stem Cells give rise to neurons and supporting glial cells in the nervous system.
Epithelial Stem Cells produce various cell types involved in lining and protecting body surfaces.

Blood Cells

Red Blood Cells (Erythrocytes): Biconcave structure; primary function is oxygen transport via hemoglobin.
White Blood Cells (Leukocytes): Crucial for immune defense, constituting about 1% of blood volume.
- Granulocytes: Include neutrophils (most abundant), eosinophils (rare, combat parasites), and basophils (release histamines).
- Agranulocytes: Comprise lymphocytes (T-cells and B-cells) involved in adaptive immunity, and monocytes, which differentiate into macrophages.
Platelets (Thrombocytes): Fragments derived from megakaryocytes, essential for clotting; lifespan of 8-10 days.

Nerve Cells

Neurons: Specialized for transmitting electrical impulses throughout the body.
Neuroglial Cells: Support neurons, performing functions such as debris removal and myelin sheath formation.

Muscle Cells

Skeletal Muscle Cells: Facilitate voluntary movement.
Cardiac Muscle Cells (Cardiomyocytes): Form the heart muscle, responsible for involuntary contractions.
Smooth Muscle Cells: Enable involuntary movements in various organs by contracting as sheets.

Cartilage Cells

Chondrocytes: Primary cells found in cartilage; vital for maintaining cartilage structure and function.
Types of cartilage include:
- Hyaline Cartilage: Present in joints and respiratory passages.
- Elastic Cartilage: Found in structures requiring flexibility (e.g., ears).
- Fibrocartilage: Provides strength and support, found in intervertebral discs and knee joints.

Bone Cells

Osteoblasts: Responsible for bone formation.
Osteocytes: Mature bone cells embedded in bone matrix, regulate bone maintenance and remodeling.
Osteoclasts: Specialized for bone resorption.
Lining Cells: Maintain the bone surface and regulate calcium release into the bloodstream.

Skin Cells

Keratinocytes: Produce keratin, forming the protective barrier of the skin.
Melanocytes: Synthesize melanin, influencing skin pigmentation.
Langerhans Cells: Part of the immune response in the skin.
Merkel Cells: Involved in sensory reception.

Endothelial Cells

Form the inner lining of blood vessels, providing a barrier between blood and surrounding tissues.

Epithelial Cells

Constitute linings for cavities throughout the body, forming protective layers and facilitating absorption and secretion.

Fat Cells

Adipocytes: Store energy as lipids.
- White Fat Cells: Store excess lipids, involved in energy metabolism.
- Brown Fat Cells: Contain multiple vacuoles, play a role in thermogenesis.

Sex Cells

Male Gametes (Spermatozoa): Small and motile, crucial for fertilization.
Female Gametes (Ova): Larger, round cells produced in the ovaries, involved in reproduction.

Summary of Cell Types

Blood Cells: RBCs (Erythrocytes), WBCs (Leukocytes), Platelets (Thrombocytes)
Bone Cells: Osteoblasts, Osteocytes, Osteoclasts, Bone Lining Cells
Cartilage Cells: Chondrocytes
Muscle Cells: Skeletal Myocytes, Cardiomyocytes, Smooth Myocytes
Skin Cells: Keratinocytes, Melanocytes, Langerhans Cells, Merkel Cells
Endothelial Cells: Line blood vessels
Epithelial Cells: Line cavities and surfaces
Fat Cells: White fat cells, Brown fat cells
Sex Cells: Spermatozoa and Ova

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