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What is the primary function of sensory neurons?
What is the primary function of sensory neurons?
- To receive signals from sensory organs (correct)
- To fight infections and eliminate foreign materials
- To transport blood throughout the body
- To transmit signals from the brain to muscles
What role do axons play in nerve cells?
What role do axons play in nerve cells?
- They receive input signals
- They carry signals away from the brain (correct)
- They transmit signals to sensory organs
- They are involved in muscle contraction
How does the myelin sheath affect signal transmission in nerve cells?
How does the myelin sheath affect signal transmission in nerve cells?
- It speeds up signal transmission (correct)
- It conducts signals directly between neurons
- It decreases the speed of signals
- It provides nutrients to neurons
Which of the following is true regarding red blood cells?
Which of the following is true regarding red blood cells?
What is the function of white blood cells?
What is the function of white blood cells?
Platelets are best known for their role in which of the following?
Platelets are best known for their role in which of the following?
What is a characteristic of red blood cells that aids in oxygen transport?
What is a characteristic of red blood cells that aids in oxygen transport?
What component of blood is responsible for maintaining blood pressure?
What component of blood is responsible for maintaining blood pressure?
What is the primary function of skeletal muscle tissue?
What is the primary function of skeletal muscle tissue?
Which type of muscle tissue is identified by its exclusive presence in the heart?
Which type of muscle tissue is identified by its exclusive presence in the heart?
What role do cilia play in tissue function?
What role do cilia play in tissue function?
Which muscle type is characterized by multinucleated cells?
Which muscle type is characterized by multinucleated cells?
What is the main function of smooth muscle tissue?
What is the main function of smooth muscle tissue?
Which cells are involved in intercellular communication in muscle tissues?
Which cells are involved in intercellular communication in muscle tissues?
What is a key characteristic of cardiac muscle cells?
What is a key characteristic of cardiac muscle cells?
Which type of epithelium is flattened and provides diffusion and protection?
Which type of epithelium is flattened and provides diffusion and protection?
What is the primary function of mitochondria in cells?
What is the primary function of mitochondria in cells?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of plant cells?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of plant cells?
What role do chloroplasts play in plant cells?
What role do chloroplasts play in plant cells?
What term was coined by Robert Hooke in 1667?
What term was coined by Robert Hooke in 1667?
Which statement accurately describes the vacuole in plant cells?
Which statement accurately describes the vacuole in plant cells?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prokaryotic cells?
What is the primary function of the nucleus in a eukaryotic cell?
What is the primary function of the nucleus in a eukaryotic cell?
How do the shapes of plant cells differ from animal cells?
How do the shapes of plant cells differ from animal cells?
What defines autotrophs like plants compared to heterotrophs?
What defines autotrophs like plants compared to heterotrophs?
What best defines eukaryotic cells in comparison to prokaryotic cells?
What best defines eukaryotic cells in comparison to prokaryotic cells?
Which component of the eukaryotic cell is involved in protein synthesis?
Which component of the eukaryotic cell is involved in protein synthesis?
Which of the following best describes the function of epithelial cells?
Which of the following best describes the function of epithelial cells?
Which of the following adaptations is associated with epithelial cells to enhance absorption?
Which of the following adaptations is associated with epithelial cells to enhance absorption?
What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?
What is the jelly-like substance inside a cell called?
How many chromosomes are found in the human body?
How many chromosomes are found in the human body?
Which of the following statements is true regarding eukaryotic cells?
Which of the following statements is true regarding eukaryotic cells?
What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?
What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?
What type of endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes attached to it?
What type of endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes attached to it?
What role do lysosomes play in a cell?
What role do lysosomes play in a cell?
Which of the following correctly describes the cytoplasm?
Which of the following correctly describes the cytoplasm?
Which cell component is responsible for detoxification of harmful substances?
Which cell component is responsible for detoxification of harmful substances?
What happens to substances as they pass through the Golgi apparatus?
What happens to substances as they pass through the Golgi apparatus?
What is the main characteristic of the cell membrane?
What is the main characteristic of the cell membrane?
Which component of the cytoskeleton helps maintain the structure of the cell?
Which component of the cytoskeleton helps maintain the structure of the cell?
Study Notes
Nerve Cells
- Nerve cells transmit electrical and chemical signals between the brain and the body.
- Dendrites: Tree-branch-like structures that receive signals; act as input portions of neurons.
- Axons: Bar-like structures that carry signals away from the nerve cell; myelin sheath increases signal transmission speed.
- Types of Neurons:
- Sensory neurons: Transmit signals from sensory organs to the brain.
- Motor neurons: Relay signals from the brain to muscles.
- Interneurons: Connect neurons within the brain and spinal cord.
Blood Components
- Blood is a fluid found throughout the body, consisting of red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), platelets, and plasma.
- Red Blood Cells: Transport oxygen and lack nuclei to store more oxygen; they have a biconcave shape for optimal gas exchange.
- White Blood Cells: Fight infections and remove waste; essential for the immune response.
- Platelets: Cell fragments that prevent excessive bleeding by forming clots.
- Plasma: Liquid component that maintains blood pressure and delivers nutrients.
Cell Organelles (Plants)
- Chloroplasts: Essential for photosynthesis, converting light energy to chemical energy; contain chlorophyll, the green pigment.
- Larger Vacuole: Stores water, nutrients, and minerals; contains cell sap for maintaining cell turgor.
- Cell Wall: Fully permeable structure made of cellulose, providing rigidity and protection.
Plant vs. Animal Cells
- Plant Cells: Rigid fixed shape, contain a cell wall, chloroplasts, and large vacuoles; autotrophic (produce own food).
- Animal Cells: Loose flexible shape, lack a cell wall, chloroplasts, and larger vacuoles; heterotrophic (cannot produce own food).
Epithelial Cells
- Found in glands and lining surfaces of organs; involved in secretion, absorption, and diffusion.
- Different types include cuboidal, columnar, squamous, and transitional; structural adaptations aid in functionality.
- Microvilli enhance absorption; cilia assist in secretion.
Muscle Cells
- Skeletal Muscle: Multinucleated, attached to bones, responsible for locomotion.
- Cardiac Muscle: Exclusively in the heart, facilitates contraction and relaxation.
- Smooth Muscle: Found in walls of soft internal organs, supports involuntary movements.
Cell Structure and Organization
- Cells are the fundamental units of life, composed of protoplasm (cytoplasm and nucleus).
- Eukaryotic Cells: Have a nucleus and organelles; multicellular organisms (e.g., animals, plants).
- Prokaryotic Cells: No nucleus or organelles; predominantly unicellular (e.g., bacteria).
Key Eukaryotic Cell Components
- Nucleus: Contains genetic material (DNA); site of protein synthesis; contains chromatin and nucleolus.
- Cytoplasm: Jelly-like substance where cell activities occur; maintains cell structure with cytoskeleton.
- Cell Membrane: Semi-permeable, regulates in/out movement of substances.
Organelles Overview
- Ribosomes: Sites of protein synthesis, can be free-floating or membrane-bound.
- Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER):
- Rough ER synthesizes proteins, has ribosomes attached.
- Smooth ER synthesizes lipids, detoxifies harmful substances.
- Golgi Apparatus: Modifies and packages substances from the ER for transport or secretion.
- Vesicles: Include vacuoles for storage and lysosomes for breakdown of cellular debris.
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Test your knowledge on nerve cells and their functions within the central nervous system, including the roles of sensory, motor, and interneurons. This quiz covers key components such as dendrites and axons, and their importance in signal transmission to and from the brain.
