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What is the primary function of the endomembrane system?
What is the primary function of the endomembrane system?
Which organelle is NOT considered part of the endomembrane system?
Which organelle is NOT considered part of the endomembrane system?
What characterizes the rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER)?
What characterizes the rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER)?
Which statement about the endomembrane system is true?
Which statement about the endomembrane system is true?
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The endoplasmic reticulum contributes to which of the following?
The endoplasmic reticulum contributes to which of the following?
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What is a key characteristic of smooth ER?
What is a key characteristic of smooth ER?
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What role do lysosomes play in the immune response?
What role do lysosomes play in the immune response?
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Which component of the cytoskeleton do motor proteins 'walk' on?
Which component of the cytoskeleton do motor proteins 'walk' on?
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What is the primary energy source needed for motor proteins to move vesicles?
What is the primary energy source needed for motor proteins to move vesicles?
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Which of the following statements about mitochondria is correct?
Which of the following statements about mitochondria is correct?
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What type of cells are macrophages, and what is their primary function?
What type of cells are macrophages, and what is their primary function?
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Which structural feature distinguishes the rough ER from the smooth ER?
Which structural feature distinguishes the rough ER from the smooth ER?
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What cellular process primarily involves microtubules?
What cellular process primarily involves microtubules?
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Study Notes
Endomembrane System
- The endomembrane system is a system of membranes that work together to package and secrete proteins and lipids.
- Components of the endomembrane system include:
- Nuclear envelope (membrane)
- Smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
- Rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
- Golgi apparatus
- Vesicles/lysosomes/vacuoles
- Plasma membrane
- Mitochondria and chloroplasts have membranes, but are not part of the endomembrane system; they are independent structures.
Endoplasmic Reticulum
- The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) accounts for more than half of the total membrane in eukaryotic cells.
- The ER membrane is continuous with the nuclear envelope.
- Two types of ER exist:
- Rough ER: Studded with ribosomes, it produces large quantities of proteins for secretion.
- Smooth ER: Lacks ribosomes.
Lysosome Activity
- Lysosomes break down bacteria.
- Macrophages, white blood cells, contain many lysosomes and are responsible for destroying bacteria, viruses, and other foreign material.
Mitochondria
- Mitochondria are organelles that are independent from the endomembrane system.
- Mitochondria (singular is mitochondrion) are important for cells and carry out cellular respiration, which produces ATP.
Microtubules and Microfilaments
- Motor proteins interact with cytoskeletal components for the movement of molecules and organelles.
- Motor proteins move vesicles and organelles along microtubules and microfilaments using ATP.
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This quiz covers the endomembrane system, including its components like the nuclear envelope, endoplasmic reticulum, and Golgi apparatus. Additionally, it explores the functions of the rough and smooth ER and the role of lysosomes in cellular digestion. Test your knowledge on these essential cellular structures and their functions.
