Cellular Structure and Functions
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What is the main function of the mitochondria in a cell?

  • Breaking down waste
  • Generating energy for the cell (correct)
  • Protein synthesis
  • Storing genetic material
  • What type of transport involves the movement of substances from high to low concentration?

  • Facilitated diffusion
  • Active transport
  • Osmosis
  • Passive transport (correct)
  • Which organelle is involved in protein synthesis and transport?

  • Lysosomes
  • Mitochondria
  • Ribosomes
  • Endoplasmic reticulum (correct)
  • What is the process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells?

    <p>Cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of mitosis do chromosomes align at the center of the cell?

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

    What is the term for the movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane?

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

    Which organelle contains genetic material?

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

    What is the process by which substances are moved against their concentration gradient?

    <p>Active transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of mitosis do sister chromatids separate?

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

    What is the site of protein synthesis?

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

    Study Notes

    Cellular Structure

    • A cell is the basic structural and functional unit of life
    • Components of a cell:
      • Plasma membrane: semi-permeable membrane that separates the cell from its environment
      • Cytoplasm: jelly-like substance inside the cell where metabolic processes occur
      • Nucleus: contains genetic material (DNA)
      • Mitochondria: responsible for generating energy for the cell
      • Endoplasmic reticulum (ER): involved in protein synthesis and transport
      • Ribosomes: site of protein synthesis
      • Lysosomes: contain digestive enzymes and break down waste

    Cellular Transport

    • Movement of substances in and out of cells
    • Types of transport:
      • Passive transport:
        • Diffusion: movement of substances from high to low concentration
        • Osmosis: movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane
        • Facilitated diffusion: assisted diffusion using transport proteins
      • Active transport:
        • Requires energy from the cell
        • Movement of substances against their concentration gradient
        • Examples: sodium-potassium pump, calcium pump

    Cell Division

    • Process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells
    • Types of cell division:
      • Mitosis: division of somatic cells (non-reproductive cells)
      • Meiosis: division of reproductive cells (gametes)
    • Phases of mitosis:
      1. Interphase: cell grows and prepares for division
      2. Prophase: chromatin condenses into chromosomes
      3. Metaphase: chromosomes align at the center of the cell
      4. Anaphase: sister chromatids separate
      5. Telophase: nuclear envelope reforms
      6. Cytokinesis: cytoplasm divides and cell splits

    Blood Groups

    • Classification of blood based on the presence or absence of specific antigens on the surface of red blood cells
    • ABO blood group system:
      • A antigen: present on red blood cells of individuals with A or AB blood type
      • B antigen: present on red blood cells of individuals with B or AB blood type
      • Rh blood group system:
        • Rh+ (Rhesus positive): has Rh antigen on red blood cells
        • Rh- (Rhesus negative): does not have Rh antigen on red blood cells
    • Blood types:
      • A: A antigen present, Rh+ or Rh-
      • B: B antigen present, Rh+ or Rh-
      • AB: both A and B antigens present, Rh+ or Rh-
      • O: neither A nor B antigen present, Rh+ or Rh-

    Cellular Structure

    • A cell is the basic structural and functional unit of life
    • Components of a cell include:
    • Plasma membrane: semi-permeable membrane separating the cell from its environment
    • Cytoplasm: jelly-like substance inside the cell where metabolic processes occur
    • Nucleus: contains genetic material (DNA)
    • Mitochondria: responsible for generating energy for the cell
    • Endoplasmic reticulum (ER): involved in protein synthesis and transport
    • Ribosomes: site of protein synthesis
    • Lysosomes: contain digestive enzymes and break down waste

    Cellular Transport

    • Movement of substances in and out of cells
    • Types of transport include:
    • Passive transport:
      • Diffusion: movement of substances from high to low concentration
      • Osmosis: movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane
      • Facilitated diffusion: assisted diffusion using transport proteins
    • Active transport:
      • Requires energy from the cell
      • Movement of substances against their concentration gradient
      • Examples: sodium-potassium pump, calcium pump

    Cell Division

    • Process by which a cell divides into two daughter cells
    • Types of cell division:
    • Mitosis: division of somatic cells (non-reproductive cells)
    • Meiosis: division of reproductive cells (gametes)
    • Phases of mitosis:
    • Interphase: cell grows and prepares for division
    • Prophase: chromatin condenses into chromosomes
    • Metaphase: chromosomes align at the center of the cell
    • Anaphase: sister chromatids separate
    • Telophase: nuclear envelope reforms
    • Cytokinesis: cytoplasm divides and cell splits

    Blood Groups

    • Classification of blood based on the presence or absence of specific antigens on the surface of red blood cells
    • ABO blood group system:
    • A antigen: present on red blood cells of individuals with A or AB blood type
    • B antigen: present on red blood cells of individuals with B or AB blood type
    • Rh blood group system:
    • Rh+ (Rhesus positive): has Rh antigen on red blood cells
    • Rh- (Rhesus negative): does not have Rh antigen on red blood cells
    • Blood types:
    • A: A antigen present, Rh+ or Rh-
    • B: B antigen present, Rh+ or Rh-
    • AB: both A and B antigens present, Rh+ or Rh-
    • O: neither A nor B antigen present, Rh+ or Rh-

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    Learn about the basic components of a cell, including the plasma membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, and ribosomes, and their roles in cellular processes.

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