1.2 - Cell Ultrastructure Flashcards

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1
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Define prokaryotic

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Single cells of single-celled organisms without compartmentalisation

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2
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Define cytoplasm

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Fluid containing many enzymes responsible for metabolism

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3
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Define ribosomes

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Small granular structures responsible for synthesising proteins (70s)

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4
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Define plasma membrane

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Thin phospholipid bilayer that controls entry and exit of substances

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5
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Define pilli

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Protein filaments used for bacterial adhesion and conjugation

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6
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Define flagella

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Corkscrew structures that rotate for propulsion

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7
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Define cell wall

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Peptidoglycon and protects, maintains the shape of, and prevents bursting of the cell

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8
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Define nucleoid

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Region containing genetic material, DNA is circular and naked

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9
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Define eukaryotic

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These are single cells of a multicellular organism with compartmentalisation

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10
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Name 2 examples of prokaryotic cells

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Bacteria

Archaea

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11
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Name 4 examples of eukaryotic cells

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Animal
Plant
Fungi
Protoctists

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