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Where was the term 'cell' coined from?
Where was the term 'cell' coined from?
- box-like structure in cork tissue (correct)
- animal tissue
- plant tissue
- sperm specimen
Which of the following is NOT one of the three main parts of a cell?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three main parts of a cell?
- cytoplasm
- cell membrane
- cell wall (correct)
- nucleus
What is the common shape of an animal cell?
What is the common shape of an animal cell?
- round
- no fixed shape (correct)
- square
- rectangular
Where are the organelles of a cell predominantly located?
Where are the organelles of a cell predominantly located?
What organelle is often referred to as the 'control center' of the cell?
What organelle is often referred to as the 'control center' of the cell?
Which structure regulates the passage of materials into and out of the cell?
Which structure regulates the passage of materials into and out of the cell?
Who was the first to use the term 'cell' to describe microscopic structures?
Who was the first to use the term 'cell' to describe microscopic structures?
What did Anton van Leeuwenhoek observe around 1675?
What did Anton van Leeuwenhoek observe around 1675?
What is the primary unit that makes up living organisms?
What is the primary unit that makes up living organisms?
What significant contribution did scientists make regarding cells?
What significant contribution did scientists make regarding cells?
Which of the following tools is commonly used to study small structures like cells?
Which of the following tools is commonly used to study small structures like cells?
What are the major components that provide structure to a plant cell?
What are the major components that provide structure to a plant cell?
Which of the following individuals is NOT typically recognized for their work in cell theory?
Which of the following individuals is NOT typically recognized for their work in cell theory?
Which of the following is NOT a postulate of the cell theory?
Which of the following is NOT a postulate of the cell theory?
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?
Which structure is responsible for energy production in the cell?
Which structure is responsible for energy production in the cell?
Who proposed that all living things are made up of cells?
Who proposed that all living things are made up of cells?
What is the fundamental unit of life according to the cell theory?
What is the fundamental unit of life according to the cell theory?
What are the three main parts of a cell?
What are the three main parts of a cell?
What is one major function of the cell membrane?
What is one major function of the cell membrane?
Before the formulation of the cell theory, which observation did Rudolf Virchow make?
Before the formulation of the cell theory, which observation did Rudolf Virchow make?
What does the cytoplasm consist of?
What does the cytoplasm consist of?
Which scientist is credited with concluding that all animals are composed of cells?
Which scientist is credited with concluding that all animals are composed of cells?
What percentage of the cell membrane is composed of phospholipids?
What percentage of the cell membrane is composed of phospholipids?
Which organelle is primarily responsible for protein synthesis?
Which organelle is primarily responsible for protein synthesis?
What is the main role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?
What is the main role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?
Which of the following is NOT found in the cytoplasm?
Which of the following is NOT found in the cytoplasm?
Which component of the cell is known as the control center?
Which component of the cell is known as the control center?
What type of molecules do lysosomes primarily break down?
What type of molecules do lysosomes primarily break down?
Which organelle is responsible for energy production through the breakdown of sugar molecules?
Which organelle is responsible for energy production through the breakdown of sugar molecules?
What is the main function of peroxisomes in the cell?
What is the main function of peroxisomes in the cell?
How is the endoplasmic reticulum related to the nuclear envelope?
How is the endoplasmic reticulum related to the nuclear envelope?
Where are enzymes that oxidize certain molecules to form hydrogen peroxide found?
Where are enzymes that oxidize certain molecules to form hydrogen peroxide found?
What percentage of the cell volume can vacuoles occupy in plants?
What percentage of the cell volume can vacuoles occupy in plants?
What is the function of centrioles in the centrosome?
What is the function of centrioles in the centrosome?
Which type of plastid is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
Which type of plastid is responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells?
What is the primary function of vacuoles in plants?
What is the primary function of vacuoles in plants?
What type of molecules are primarily found in vacuoles of plants for protection against herbivores?
What type of molecules are primarily found in vacuoles of plants for protection against herbivores?
What structure provides the cytoskeleton with structural support and shape to the cell?
What structure provides the cytoskeleton with structural support and shape to the cell?
What is the primary role of leucoplasts in plant cells?
What is the primary role of leucoplasts in plant cells?
Study Notes
Foreword
- Self-learning kits are designed for Senior High School biology students.
- Cell theory is fundamental before progressing to other biology topics.
- Introduces significant scientists in cellular discovery and development of cell theory.
Objectives
- Explain postulates of cell theory and the function of organelles.
- Create a model of either a plant or animal cell.
- Appreciate the significance of cells and organelles in maintaining a healthful diet.
Cell Theory Essentials
- Theory defines the cell as the basic unit of life.
- Unicellular organisms consist of a single cell; multicellular organisms consist of many cells.
- Sperm and egg cells initiate the life of multicellular organisms.
- Historical studies span 300 years, leading to the formulation of cell theory:
- All living things are made of cells.
- The cell is the fundamental unit of life.
- Cells arise from preexisting cells.
Key Scientists in Cell Discovery
- Hans and Zacharias Jansen: Invented the first simple microscope in 1590.
- Robert Hooke: Coined the term "cell" from cork tissue observations in 1667.
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek: Observed various microscopic organisms in 1675.
- Matthias Schleiden: Established that all plants are made up of cells in 1838.
- Theodore Schwann: Concluded that all animals are made of cells in 1839.
- Rudolf Virchow: Discovered cells come from preexisting cells in 1855.
Cell Structure and Functions
- All cells contain three main components:
- Cell membrane: Phospholipid bilayer that regulates material passage and communication.
- Cytoplasm: Jelly-like substance where organelles function; site for metabolic reactions.
- Nucleus: Control center that houses DNA and regulates the cell's activities.
Organelles and Their Functions
- Mitochondria: Powerhouse of the cell; converts sugar to ATP.
- Ribosomes: Sites for protein synthesis, receiving mRNA instructions from the nucleus.
- Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): Network for transporting lipids and proteins.
- Rough ER has ribosomes for protein synthesis.
- Smooth ER synthesizes lipids.
- Golgi Apparatus: Modifies and packages macromolecules for transport or secretion.
- Lysosomes: Digestive organelles that break down complex molecules and recycle cell components.
- Peroxisomes: Contain enzymes for lipid metabolism and detoxification.
- Vacuoles: Storage sacs; in plants, can occupy 95% of cell volume, aiding in turgor and digestion.
- Centrosome: Contains centrioles important for cell division.
- Cytoskeleton: Network of protein filaments providing structural support.
- Plastids (found only in plant cells):
- Chloroplasts: Sites of photosynthesis, contain chlorophyll.
- Chromoplasts: Store pigments other than green.
- Leucoplasts: Store food.
Interesting Facts about Cells
- An average adult human has approximately 30 trillion cells.
- New cells are continuously replicated from old cells every day.
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This quiz covers the fundamental principles of cell theory essential for Senior High School biology students. Learn about the key postulates of cell theory, the role of organelles, and the historical contributions of significant scientists in cellular biology. Understanding these concepts is crucial for advancing in the study of biological sciences.
