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Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the proteins produced by ribosomes?
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the proteins produced by ribosomes?
- Formation of cell membrane components
- Production of hormones
- Synthesis of ATP (correct)
- Creation of receptors
Prokaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles such as the nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum.
Prokaryotic cells contain membrane-bound organelles such as the nucleus and endoplasmic reticulum.
False (B)
What structural feature primarily differentiates eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells regarding their DNA organization?
What structural feature primarily differentiates eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells regarding their DNA organization?
Eukaryotic cells have their DNA organized into coiled, linear strands located within a nucleus, while prokaryotic cells have circular DNA located in the cytoplasm.
The double membrane structure that surrounds the nucleus, allowing communication through nuclear pores, is called the ______ .
The double membrane structure that surrounds the nucleus, allowing communication through nuclear pores, is called the ______ .
Match the eukaryotic cell structures with their primary functions:
Match the eukaryotic cell structures with their primary functions:
During cell division, chromatin condenses into which visible structures under a light microscope?
During cell division, chromatin condenses into which visible structures under a light microscope?
Which of the following characteristics is exclusive to eukaryotic cells?
Which of the following characteristics is exclusive to eukaryotic cells?
Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes between asexual and sexual reproduction in terms of genetic diversity?
Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes between asexual and sexual reproduction in terms of genetic diversity?
Positive feedback mechanisms, crucial for maintaining homeostasis, primarily function by counteracting deviations from a set point and stabilizing internal conditions.
Positive feedback mechanisms, crucial for maintaining homeostasis, primarily function by counteracting deviations from a set point and stabilizing internal conditions.
How do negative feedback mechanisms contribute to maintaining homeostasis, and why are they considered essential for physiological stability?
How do negative feedback mechanisms contribute to maintaining homeostasis, and why are they considered essential for physiological stability?
In the context of thermoregulation within the human body, the ______ serves as the control center, processing signals from thermoreceptors and initiating responses to maintain a stable internal temperature.
In the context of thermoregulation within the human body, the ______ serves as the control center, processing signals from thermoreceptors and initiating responses to maintain a stable internal temperature.
Match the following homeostatic components with their function:
Match the following homeostatic components with their function:
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that all living things must exhibit?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that all living things must exhibit?
Which of the following scenarios would most directly be affected by a malfunction in the Golgi complex?
Which of the following scenarios would most directly be affected by a malfunction in the Golgi complex?
Homeostasis refers to a static, unchanging internal environment within an organism.
Homeostasis refers to a static, unchanging internal environment within an organism.
The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) directly guides the production of cell products through embedded ribosomes.
The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) directly guides the production of cell products through embedded ribosomes.
Briefly explain how negative feedback contributes to maintaining homeostasis, providing an example.
Briefly explain how negative feedback contributes to maintaining homeostasis, providing an example.
The basic unit of heredity in living organisms is the _______.
The basic unit of heredity in living organisms is the _______.
If a cell were unable to perform phagocytosis effectively, which organelle's function would be most directly compromised?
If a cell were unable to perform phagocytosis effectively, which organelle's function would be most directly compromised?
Within mitochondria, the inner foldings known as ______ increase the membrane surface area available for cellular respiration.
Within mitochondria, the inner foldings known as ______ increase the membrane surface area available for cellular respiration.
Match the following macromolecules with their primary functions:
Match the following macromolecules with their primary functions:
Which concept unifies all of biology?
Which concept unifies all of biology?
Match the following tissue types with their primary function:
Match the following tissue types with their primary function:
A cell is found to have a high concentration of enzymes capable of breaking down macromolecules and old organelles. Which organelle is most likely abundant in this cell?
A cell is found to have a high concentration of enzymes capable of breaking down macromolecules and old organelles. Which organelle is most likely abundant in this cell?
Prokaryotic cells are more complex in structure than eukaryotic cells.
Prokaryotic cells are more complex in structure than eukaryotic cells.
Explain the relationship between cells and metabolism in living organisms.
Explain the relationship between cells and metabolism in living organisms.
Which of the following best describes the complementary roles of the rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER) and the Golgi complex in protein production and processing?
Which of the following best describes the complementary roles of the rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER) and the Golgi complex in protein production and processing?
Describe how the structure of the mitochondria, particularly the cristae, supports its function in cellular respiration.
Describe how the structure of the mitochondria, particularly the cristae, supports its function in cellular respiration.
All cells arise from pre-______ cells.
All cells arise from pre-______ cells.
Which of the following is an example of homeostasis in the human body?
Which of the following is an example of homeostasis in the human body?
All eukaryotic cells contain the same types and quantity of organelles, regardless of their specific function within a multicellular organism.
All eukaryotic cells contain the same types and quantity of organelles, regardless of their specific function within a multicellular organism.
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a negative feedback mechanism within the human body?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a negative feedback mechanism within the human body?
The primary function of positive feedback loops is to maintain homeostasis by reversing deviations from a set point.
The primary function of positive feedback loops is to maintain homeostasis by reversing deviations from a set point.
Explain how the interaction between the receptor, control center, and effector maintains a stable body temperature when external temperatures drop.
Explain how the interaction between the receptor, control center, and effector maintains a stable body temperature when external temperatures drop.
The skeletal system assists in homeostasis by storing ______ which can be released to maintain electrolyte balance in body fluids.
The skeletal system assists in homeostasis by storing ______ which can be released to maintain electrolyte balance in body fluids.
Match each organ system with its primary role in maintaining homeostasis:
Match each organ system with its primary role in maintaining homeostasis:
Which component of the integumentary system is primarily responsible for detecting changes in temperature?
Which component of the integumentary system is primarily responsible for detecting changes in temperature?
The axial skeleton primarily functions to facilitate limb movement and provide attachment points for muscles involved in locomotion.
The axial skeleton primarily functions to facilitate limb movement and provide attachment points for muscles involved in locomotion.
Explain the role of tendons in the muscular system's ability to produce movement.
Explain the role of tendons in the muscular system's ability to produce movement.
The ______ nervous system is responsible for directing immediate responses to stimuli by coordinating the activities of other organ systems.
The ______ nervous system is responsible for directing immediate responses to stimuli by coordinating the activities of other organ systems.
Match each endocrine gland with its primary hormonal secretion:
Match each endocrine gland with its primary hormonal secretion:
Flashcards
Ribosomes
Ribosomes
Structures that create proteins.
Prokaryotes
Prokaryotes
Cells that lack a nucleus or other membrane-bound organelles.
Eukaryotes
Eukaryotes
Cells that contain a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles.
Nucleus
Nucleus
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Chromosomes
Chromosomes
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Nuclear Envelope
Nuclear Envelope
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Chromatin
Chromatin
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Skeletal System Function
Skeletal System Function
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Muscular System Function
Muscular System Function
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Nervous System Function
Nervous System Function
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Cardiovascular System Function
Cardiovascular System Function
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Respiratory System Function
Respiratory System Function
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Homeostasis Definition
Homeostasis Definition
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Receptor Function
Receptor Function
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Control Center Function
Control Center Function
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Effector Function
Effector Function
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Negative Feedback
Negative Feedback
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Golgi Complex
Golgi Complex
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Lysosomes
Lysosomes
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Mitochondria
Mitochondria
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Mitochondrion
Mitochondrion
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Lysosomes' Function
Lysosomes' Function
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Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)
Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)
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Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)
Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)
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Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER)
Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER)
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Tissue
Tissue
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Homeostasis
Homeostasis
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Systems Integration
Systems Integration
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Biology
Biology
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Cell
Cell
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Genes
Genes
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Evolution
Evolution
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Macromolecules
Macromolecules
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Cells
Cells
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Metabolism
Metabolism
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Asexual Reproduction
Asexual Reproduction
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Sexual Reproduction
Sexual Reproduction
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Positive Feedback
Positive Feedback
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Study Notes
Lecture 3: The Cell
- Today's lecture will cover levels of organization, the cell, eukaryotic vs prokaryotic cells, and cell components.
- The plasma membrane will be covered in more detail later.
Levels of Organization
- The levels of organization include the chemical, cellular, tissue, organ, system and organismal levels.
- Atoms combine to form molecules, such as DNA, representing the chemical level.
- Cells, like smooth muscle cells, make up the cellular level.
- Tissue refers to a group of similar cells performing a specific function; smooth muscle tissue indicates the tissue level.
- Organs, such as the stomach, consist of different tissues working together.
- Organ systems, like the digestive system, comprise multiple organs coordinating to perform complex functions.
- The organismal level represents the complete living being, integrating all systems.
Cells: The Smallest Living Things
- The cell theory is a fundamental organizing principle in biology.
- The cell is the smallest unit of life, capable of functioning independently.
- All living organisms are composed of cells, making them either unicellular or multicellular.
- New cells arise only from pre-existing cells through cell division.
- The two basic types of cells are prokaryotic and eukaryotic.
Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Cells
- Prokaryotes are simple cells, like bacteria with no nucleus.
- Eukaryotes are more complex cells and are often part of multicellular organisms, containing a nucleus.
- Prokaryotic cells are structurally simple.
- Prokaryotic cells are typically smaller.
- Prokaryotic cells lack membrane-bound organelles.
- Bacteria and Archaea are examples of prokaryotic cells.
- Eukaryotic cells are structurally complex.
- Eukaryotic cells are larger.
- Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles.
- Plants, animals, fungi and protists are eukaryotes.
Cellular Components
- All cells have a plasma membrane, cytoplasm, genetic material, ribosomes, and energy requirements.
Plasma Membrane
- The plasma membrane acts as a selectively permeable barrier.
- The plasma membrane connects cells together.
- The plasma membrane facilitates communication through receptors.
Cytoplasm
- The cytoplasm is the substance inside the cell membrane.
- If eukaryotic, the cytoplasm includes cytosol and organelles.
Genetic Material (DNA
- DNA contains the genetic makeup or "blueprint".
- DNA contains a sequence that determines traits like eye and hair color, personality, and disease susceptibility.
Ribosomes
- Examples of proteins created by ribosomes: hormones, receptors, and cell membrane components.
Energy Requirements
- All cells need to produce energy (ATP) to survive.
Eukaryotic Cell Structures
- Nucleus: control center.
- The nucleus contains DNA.
- Nucleolus: Produces components of the ribosomes.
- Nuclear envelope: Is a double membrane and allows communication via nuclear pores.
- Chromosomes: threadlike structures made of DNA and histones.
- The nucleus contains DNA.
- Golgi Apparatus: modifies proteins.
- Mitochondria: the powerhouse of the cell.
- Cristae: inner membrane folding that provides more membranes.
- Lysosomes: contain about 40 digestive enzymes that break down molecules invaders.
- Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER): an extensive network of channels.
- RER: the rough ER contains ribosomes and guide the production of cell products.
- SER: the smooth ER lacks ribosomes, involved in production of phospholipids, and is used for detoxification
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