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What is the primary function of membrane-bound organelles in a cell?
What is the primary function of membrane-bound organelles in a cell?
What role does the nucleus play in a cell?
What role does the nucleus play in a cell?
How do membrane-bound organelles contribute to cellular function?
How do membrane-bound organelles contribute to cellular function?
What is a significant benefit of having membrane-bound organelles?
What is a significant benefit of having membrane-bound organelles?
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What happens to molecules within the cell?
What happens to molecules within the cell?
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What feature distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?
What feature distinguishes eukaryotic cells from prokaryotic cells?
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Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis in eukaryotic cells?
Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis in eukaryotic cells?
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What is the function of the nuclear envelope in eukaryotic cells?
What is the function of the nuclear envelope in eukaryotic cells?
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What component is NOT considered part of the endomembrane system in eukaryotic cells?
What component is NOT considered part of the endomembrane system in eukaryotic cells?
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Which structure in eukaryotic cells is primarily responsible for cellular respiration?
Which structure in eukaryotic cells is primarily responsible for cellular respiration?
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What distinguishes ribosomes in eukaryotic cells from those in prokaryotic cells?
What distinguishes ribosomes in eukaryotic cells from those in prokaryotic cells?
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Which of the following components of a eukaryotic cell is responsible for maintaining the cell's shape and facilitating movement?
Which of the following components of a eukaryotic cell is responsible for maintaining the cell's shape and facilitating movement?
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Which of the following accurately represents a unique feature of plant cells compared to animal cells?
Which of the following accurately represents a unique feature of plant cells compared to animal cells?
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What structure is formed by the double membrane surrounding the nucleus?
What structure is formed by the double membrane surrounding the nucleus?
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What role do Nuclear Pore Complexes play in a cell?
What role do Nuclear Pore Complexes play in a cell?
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Which signal is required for proteins to enter the nucleus?
Which signal is required for proteins to enter the nucleus?
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What is one functionality of the Endomembrane System?
What is one functionality of the Endomembrane System?
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What must be present on larger molecules for them to be targeted to the nucleus?
What must be present on larger molecules for them to be targeted to the nucleus?
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How do membranes of the Endomembrane System generally interact?
How do membranes of the Endomembrane System generally interact?
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What is the role of the Nuclear Export Signal (NES)?
What is the role of the Nuclear Export Signal (NES)?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the Endomembrane System?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the Endomembrane System?
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What is the primary role of vesicles in the endomembrane system?
What is the primary role of vesicles in the endomembrane system?
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According to the endomembrane system evolution hypothesis, where do all related membranes derive from?
According to the endomembrane system evolution hypothesis, where do all related membranes derive from?
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Which of the following is NOT a connection facilitated by vesicles in the endomembrane system?
Which of the following is NOT a connection facilitated by vesicles in the endomembrane system?
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Why do different parts of the endomembrane system require specific proteins?
Why do different parts of the endomembrane system require specific proteins?
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What best describes the concept of the endomembrane system?
What best describes the concept of the endomembrane system?
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Study Notes
Prokaryotic Cells
- Prokaryotic cells are smaller than eukaryotic cells.
- Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
- Prokaryotic cells have a single, circular chromosome.
- Prokaryotic cells reproduce asexually through binary fission.
Textbook Availability
- Hard copies of the 3rd edition textbook are no longer available from the publisher.
- Used copies of the 3rd edition are available.
- The 3rd edition textbook may be available on reserve at the Scott Library.
- The 4th edition is available but has differences from the 3rd edition.
- The 4th edition can be purchased at the same price as the 3rd edition through an eClass link
Lab 1 Information
- Lab 1 begins the week of September 16th.
- Students are not required to attend an in-lab session for Lab 1.
- The lab can be completed independently and before September 22nd.
- The lab will be conducted using the Simbio virtual lab software.
- Access to the virtual lab software is provided in the Lab 1 section of eClass, with the access key in the "SimUText Registration Instructions for Students (Fall 2024)".
- A lab manual must be purchased before the start of Lab 1.
Quizzes
- An eClass quiz opened today.
- A first Mastering Biology quiz is scheduled for next Monday.
- A practice quiz is available this week for homework and won't affect grades.
Learning Strategies
- Study Cycle
- Using Learning Outcomes
- Metacognition
- 3 Evidence-based Study Strategies
Metacognition
- Metacognition is like having a "big brain" that observes your brain's actions.
Prokaryotes: Bacteria/Archaea
- Refer to last week's posted slides.
Eukaryotic Cells
- Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles.
- Eukaryotic cells are larger than prokaryotic cells.
The Eukaryotic Cell
- Larger size than prokaryotic cells
- Genome enclosed by a nuclear envelope
- Membrane-bound organelles with specialized functions
- Cytoskeleton with motor proteins
Eukaryotic Cell Structures
- Nucleus (including nuclear lamina, nucleolus)
- Ribosomes
- Endomembrane System (including ER, Golgi, lysosomes, vacuoles)
- Nuclear envelope/membrane
- Mitochondria
- Chloroplasts
- Cytoskeleton
- Plasma membrane
- Cell wall (not peroxisomes)
Animal and Plant Cells
- Learn the basic structure of animal and plant cells.
- Understand the structure and functions of organelles.
- Understand differences between animal and plant cells.
BioFlix: Animal Cell
- The BioFlix study area provides a tour of an animal cell on Mastering Biology.
BioFlix: Plant Cell
- The BioFlix tour of a plant cell is a study resource on Mastering Biology.
Membrane Bound Organelles
- Membrane-bound organelles increase the surface area to volume ratio.
- This allows for more efficient cellular reactions.
- Organelles compartmentalize functions within the cell.
Molecular Movement
- Molecules constantly move throughout the cell and between different structures.
The Nucleus
- The nucleus separates hereditary material from the rest of the cell.
- It's surrounded by a double membrane (nuclear envelope)
The Nuclear Lamina
- Provides structural support to the nucleus.
- Composed of intermediate filaments.
The Nucleolus
- The nucleolus is the site of rRNA synthesis.
- It's a non-membrane-bound structure within the nucleus.
- It's composed of proteins and nucleic acids.
- Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and ribosomal subunit assembly take place here.
Nuclear Transport
- Nuclear pores control what enters and exits the nucleus.
Nuclear Pore Complexes
- Embedded in the nuclear envelope
- Multiprotein complex that controls traffic between the cytoplasm and nucleus.
Targeting Molecules to the Nucleus
- Larger molecules can be targeted to the nucleus.
- There's a signal sequence that directs the movement.
Signal Sequences
- Signal sequences (e.g. Nuclear Localization Signal (NLS)) regulate the traffic of molecules between the nucleus and cytoplasm.
Endomembrane System
- A collection of interconnected membranes (e.g., nuclear membrane, ER, Golgi)
- Involved in protein synthesis, modification, transport, lipid synthesis, detoxification of toxins, and breakdown of molecules.
- Membranes of the endomembrane system are interconnected directly or can fuse portions of their membranes.
Endomembrane System Evolution
- A hypothesis proposing that all components of the endomembrane system are derived from infoldings of the plasma membrane.
Proteins in the Endomembrane System
- Different parts of the endomembrane system require specific proteins.
Protein Movement
- Vesicles move proteins between the different compartments of the endomembrane system.
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This quiz covers key characteristics of prokaryotic cells, including their structure and reproduction. Understand the differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and gather details on lab information and textbook availability related to the topic.
