Radiobiology and Radiation Protection (MEDI 305) - Lecture Three: Cellular Biology
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What is the process called when cells develop into functionally different organs?

  • Cell replication
  • Cell division
  • Cell specialization (correct)
  • Cell quiescence
  • Which type of cells are almost sacs filled with oxygen carrier haemoglobin and do not contain a nucleus?

  • Red cells (correct)
  • Liver cells
  • Neurons
  • Muscle cells
  • What is the function of dendrites in neurons?

  • To transmit electrical signals (correct)
  • To help contraction
  • To carry oxygen
  • To undertake metabolic activities
  • During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication and cell division occur?

    <p>S phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the phase called when a cell exits from the cycle due to unfavorable growth conditions?

    <p>Quiescent phase (G0)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cells are biochemically very active to undertake metabolic activities?

    <p>Liver cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is responsible for the synthesis of proteins in a cell?

    <p>Endoplasmic Reticulum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cell division occurs in the somatic cells and results in two genetically identical daughter cells?

    <p>Mitosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What maintains the shape of the cell and helps to anchor organelles in place?

    <p>Cytoskeleton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of molecule makes up the majority of the cell membrane?

    <p>Lipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of the cell cycle does the cell actively express its genes?

    <p>G1 Phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the cell membrane?

    <p>Maintains the integrity of the cell and protects it from external invasion by foreign bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the function of mitochondria?

    <p>Principal source of cellular energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the cytoplasm primarily contain?

    <p>Various organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the phospholipid bilayer in the cell membrane?

    <p>Provides a barrier that is impermeable to most water-soluble molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process occurs in mitochondria and is responsible for producing ATP?

    <p>Oxidative phosphorylation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a function of the lysosomes?

    <p>Synthesize proteins for cellular functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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