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IB BIO: Unit 1 - Cell Biology > 1.2 Ultrastructure Of Cells > Flashcards

1.2 Ultrastructure Of Cells Flashcards

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Ultrastructure

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Structures of a biological organism that are at least one nanometer in their smallest dimension

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Essential idea (ultrastructure)

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Eukaryotes have a more complex cell structure than prokaryotes

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Difference between an electron and light microscope

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Light microscope magnification limited by visible light spectrum, electron microscope has better resolution. Light microscope allows observation of cell structure, while electron microscope allows observation of ultrastructure

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Resolution

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The shortest distance between two points that can be distinguished

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Prokaryote

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Cell that does not contain a nucleus with a simple structure and no compartmentalization. Simplest system that allows life.

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Nucleoid

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General area within a prokaryote where genetic information is stored

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Binary fission

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Process through which prokaryotes divide wherein the DNA is replicated semi-conservatively, the cell elongates and pinches off into two genetically identical daughter cells

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Eukaryotes

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Cells that possess both a nucleus and a complex ultrastructure with compartmentalization

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Benefits of compartmentalization

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  • localized and controlled enzyme conditions = efficient metabolism
  • localized conditions
  • toxic substances can be isolated
  • numbers and locations of organelles can be changed
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Nucleus

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Spherical membrane possessing double membrane with pores for mRNA passage. Stores genome and transcribes mRNA.

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Mitochondria

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Possessing a double membrane consisting of a folded inner membrane called cisternae, responsible for cell respiration and the production of ATP. Site of RNA.

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Free ribosomes

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80S ribosomes that are larger than prokaryotes, responsible for the synthesis of proteins used within the cell

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Rough endoplasmic reticulum

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80S ribosomes attached, site of protein synthesis, those proteins transported by vestibules to Golgi apparatus for excretion cells. Located close to the nucleus.

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Golgi apparatus

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Flattened membrane sacs, close to plasma membrane. Modifies, or folds proteins to prepare them for excretion.

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Lysosome

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Containing strong digestive enzymes that break down food waste and recycle organelles. Due to high enzymatic concentration they stain dark under a microscope.

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Vacuoles

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Storage units with a single membrane. Central vacuole in a plant occupies majority of space and provides structure.

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Flagellum

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Unique to animal cells, tail like structure used for movement

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Scilla

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Animal only hairlike fibers on the outside of a cell that aid in movement and response

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Microtubules

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Cylindrical fibers that have a variety of functions and play a role in cell division

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Chloroplasts

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Possessed by many but not all plant cells, site of chlorophyll. Surrounded by a double membrane, containing stacks of thylakoids that increase surface area. Site of photosynthesis and glucose production.

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Excess glucose

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Stored as starch

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Cell wall

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Extra cellular, not considered an organelle. Secreted by all plant cells, consisting of permeable and strong cellulose that is difficult to digest.

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Difference between eukaryotes and prokaryotes

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  • eukaryotes have separate membrane bound nucleus
  • prokaryotes had free flowing DNA in the cytoplasm
  • eukaryotes have complex compartmentalized membrane bound organelles
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Plasma membrane

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Controls and regulates material exchange

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Pili

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Protein filaments on cell wall that help cell adhesion and DNA transfer

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Difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic ribosomes

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Eukaryotic ribosomes are 80S ribosomes (bigger) while prokaryotic ribosomes are 70S (smaller)

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Plasmids

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Small circles of DNA that carry a few genes, often responsible for antibiotic resistance + creation of genetically modified bacteria

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Semi-conservative chromosome replication

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One complete strand of each double helix is directly derived from parental unit

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Four kingdoms of eukaryotes

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Protocisa, fungi, plantae, animalia

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Compartmentalization

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The formation of compartments within the cell by membrane bound organelles

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Nucleolus

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Production of ribosomes

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Smoot endoplasmic reticulum

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Producing and storing lipids including steroids

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Hydrolytic enzymes

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Break down proteins, lipids, nucleus acids, carbs, fats etc into their smallest form

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