Cellular Biology and Biochemistry Introduction

Muscle ATP

Amylase

Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes

<p>Compartmentalise functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hydrophobic barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unsaturated fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biochemistry and biomolecules are essential for carrying out various cellular functions, such as metabolism and signaling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Life utilizes energy by transforming chemical energy from sources like food into mechanical, electrical, and heat energy to maintain order and carry out cellular functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The expression and transmission of genetic information are important for passing on traits, maintaining cellular functions, and ensuring the survival of species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cells contain various components such as the nucleus, cytoplasm, cell membrane, and organelles, each playing a specific role in cellular function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Respiration is the process through which cells extract energy from nutrients to produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell, for various cellular activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Growth allows organisms to develop, repair, and replace cells, while reproduction ensures the continuation of genetic information and the survival of species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antibodies are Y-shaped proteins that protect cells by binding to specific antigens, such as viruses, preventing them from infecting cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Ace2 receptor is a receptor protein found in the lungs that interacts with the spike protein of the coronavirus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inductive reasoning involves analyzing large volumes of data to find patterns and draw conclusions about natural phenomena.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mutations in the spike protein can potentially allow the virus to evade antibodies or increase its effectiveness in infecting cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High affinity, selectivity, stability</p> Signup and view all the answers