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What is one function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)?
What is one function of the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)?
The nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum evolved from invaginations of the plasma membrane in primitive cells.
The nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum evolved from invaginations of the plasma membrane in primitive cells.
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What process involves adding sugar molecules to proteins during their modification?
What process involves adding sugar molecules to proteins during their modification?
glycosylation
The RER packages newly synthesized proteins into __________ for transport.
The RER packages newly synthesized proteins into __________ for transport.
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Match the following protein destinies with their functions:
Match the following protein destinies with their functions:
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Which of the following proteins is primarily synthesized by the RER for secretion?
Which of the following proteins is primarily synthesized by the RER for secretion?
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In primitive cells, the genetic material was encapsulated within a nucleus.
In primitive cells, the genetic material was encapsulated within a nucleus.
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What evolutionary model explains the origin of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?
What evolutionary model explains the origin of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells?
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Which organelle is primarily responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells?
Which organelle is primarily responsible for energy production in eukaryotic cells?
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Eukaryotic cells typically have a defined nucleus.
Eukaryotic cells typically have a defined nucleus.
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What is the primary function of lysosomes in a cell?
What is the primary function of lysosomes in a cell?
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Prokaryotic cells reproduce asexually through __________.
Prokaryotic cells reproduce asexually through __________.
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Which structure is responsible for protein synthesis in eukaryotic cells?
Which structure is responsible for protein synthesis in eukaryotic cells?
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Match the organelle with its primary function:
Match the organelle with its primary function:
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Viruses are considered prokaryotic organisms.
Viruses are considered prokaryotic organisms.
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What type of junctions help maintain the integrity of tissues in multicellular organisms?
What type of junctions help maintain the integrity of tissues in multicellular organisms?
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Which of the following components are part of hemidesmosomes?
Which of the following components are part of hemidesmosomes?
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Archaea and Bacteria both have peptidoglycan in their cell walls.
Archaea and Bacteria both have peptidoglycan in their cell walls.
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What is the primary function of hemidesmosomes?
What is the primary function of hemidesmosomes?
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Prokaryotes lack a membrane-bound ______.
Prokaryotes lack a membrane-bound ______.
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Match each domain of life to its description:
Match each domain of life to its description:
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Which of the following statements is true about eukaryotic cells?
Which of the following statements is true about eukaryotic cells?
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Bacteria can be found in extreme environments and can also be beneficial.
Bacteria can be found in extreme environments and can also be beneficial.
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What unique feature distinguishes archaea from bacteria?
What unique feature distinguishes archaea from bacteria?
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What type of genetic material do bacteria possess?
What type of genetic material do bacteria possess?
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Eukaryotic cells have a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles.
Eukaryotic cells have a membrane-bound nucleus and organelles.
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Who introduced the classification of prokaryotes into Bacteria and Archaea?
Who introduced the classification of prokaryotes into Bacteria and Archaea?
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Archaea are typically ______ and can be found in various environments.
Archaea are typically ______ and can be found in various environments.
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Match the type of bacteria with its characteristics:
Match the type of bacteria with its characteristics:
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Which of the following is true regarding ribosomes in bacteria compared to eukaryotes?
Which of the following is true regarding ribosomes in bacteria compared to eukaryotes?
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The cell wall of plant cells is made of protein.
The cell wall of plant cells is made of protein.
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What feature differentiates Gram-positive bacteria from Gram-negative bacteria?
What feature differentiates Gram-positive bacteria from Gram-negative bacteria?
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What is the primary purpose of cytokinesis?
What is the primary purpose of cytokinesis?
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Cytokinesis results in the formation of four daughter cells.
Cytokinesis results in the formation of four daughter cells.
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What mechanism forms the contractile ring during cytokinesis?
What mechanism forms the contractile ring during cytokinesis?
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The final product of cytokinesis is _____ daughter cells.
The final product of cytokinesis is _____ daughter cells.
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Match the following key events of cytokinesis with their descriptions:
Match the following key events of cytokinesis with their descriptions:
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Which statement about daughter cells produced by cytokinesis is true?
Which statement about daughter cells produced by cytokinesis is true?
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Cytokinesis occurs before mitosis begins.
Cytokinesis occurs before mitosis begins.
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What prepares the daughter cells for the next round of the cell cycle after cytokinesis?
What prepares the daughter cells for the next round of the cell cycle after cytokinesis?
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Study Notes
Eukaryotic Organelles
- Nucleus: Contains linear DNA organized into chromosomes; membrane-bound.
- Mitochondria: Powerhouse of the cell; responsible for energy production through ATP.
- Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Rough ER synthesizes proteins and packages them for transport; Smooth ER regulates lipid synthesis and detoxification.
- Golgi Apparatus: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.
- Lysosomes: Contain enzymes for waste disposal and recycling of cellular components.
- Cell Junctions:
- Tight junctions: Prevent leakage between cells.
- Desmosomes: Provide mechanical stability by anchoring cells.
- Gap junctions: Allow communication and transfer of ions/molecules between cells.
Eukaryotic vs. Prokaryotic Organisms
- Eukaryotes: Defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles; examples include plants, animals, and fungi.
- Prokaryotes: Lack a true nucleus and organelles; examples include bacteria and archaea.
- Key Differences:
- Eukaryotes have linear DNA, while prokaryotes have circular DNA.
- Eukaryotic cells are typically larger and more complex.
- Reproduction: Prokaryotes reproduce asexually by binary fission; eukaryotes undergo mitosis and meiosis.
Viruses
- Acellular entities; not classified as prokaryotic or eukaryotic.
- Composed of genetic material (DNA or RNA) encased in a protein coat (capsid).
- Require a host cell to replicate; can infect prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
Origins of the Nucleus and Endoplasmic Reticulum
- Autogenous model: Proposes that the nucleus and ER evolved from inward folds of the plasma membrane of a primitive cell.
- Initial state in primitive cells had free-floating genetic material in the cytoplasm.
Three Major Domains of Life
- Bacteria: Unicellular, diverse, can be beneficial or pathogenic, possess a cell wall made of peptidoglycan.
- Archaea: Unicellular, often thrive in extreme environments, distinct from bacteria in membrane composition and ribosomal RNA.
- Eukaryotes: Contain a nucleus, linear DNA, and various organelles; classified into kingdoms such as Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia.
Bacterial Cell Features Compared to Eukaryotes
- Nucleus: Bacteria lack a membrane-bound nucleus; genetic material exists in a nucleoid region.
- Cytoplasm: Bacteria lack membrane-bound organelles, containing only ribosomes and other inclusions, unlike eukaryotic cells which contain organelles like the Golgi apparatus and mitochondria.
- Ribosomes: Smaller (70S) in bacteria; larger (80S) in eukaryotes.
- Cell Wall: Bacteria have peptidoglycan cell walls; eukaryotic plants have cellulose walls, animals do not have a cell wall.
Cytokinesis
- Divides the cytoplasm of a parent cell into two daughter cells, each with complete organelles and chromosomes.
- Contractile ring formed from actin and myosin filaments pinches the cell into two.
- Results in two genetically identical daughter cells.
- Each daughter cell enters interphase, ready for the next cell cycle.
The Cell Cycle
- Mitosis: Process of cell division producing two daughter cells with identical chromosome number as the parent cell.
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This quiz tests your knowledge of eukaryotic organelles and their functions within the cell. You'll identify key organelles like the nucleus, mitochondria, and Golgi apparatus, and understand their roles in cellular processes such as energy production and protein synthesis. Additionally, the quiz covers various types of cell junctions and their significance.
