Biology 1 Chapter 6 (Lecture) Flashcards
Cell
The simplest unit of function in a larger system.
All organisms are made up of…
Cells
4 Kinds of Microscopes
- Light Microscope
- Electron Microscope
- Scanning Electron Micrscope (SEM)
- Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM)
Cytology
The study of cell structure.
Biochemistry
The study of molecules and chemical processes (metabolism) of cells.
Cell Fractionation
The technique for studying cell structure and function. It takes cells apart and separates the major organelles and other subcellular structures from one another.
4 Characteristics of All Cells
- Plasma Membrane: selective barrier which surrounds cells.
- Cytosol: semifluid, jellylike substance in which organelles and other components are found.
- All contain chromosomes which carry genes in form of DNA.
- All have ribosomes: tiny complexes that makes proteins according to instructions from the genes.
Organelles
Membrane enclosed compartments within the cells.
The major difference between eukarytic and prokaryotic cells is…
Eukaryotic cells have a nucleus and membrane bound organelles. Prokaryotic cells do not.
Cytoplasm
The region between the nucleus and the plasma membrane in the eukaryotic cell and the interior of a prokaryotic cell.
Plasme Membrane
A selective barrier which allows or restricts passage of O2, nutrients and wastes in and out of the cell.
Do larger organisms have larger cells?
No
What contains most of the DNA?
The Nucleus
What is the most conspicuous organelle?
The Nucleus
Nuclear Envelope
Encloses the nucleus. It is a double membrane which is a lipid bilayer with the associated proteins.
Pore Complex
The protein structure that lines the pores between the 2 membranes of the envelope that regulates entry and exit of protein and RNA and other macromolecules.
Nuclear Lamina
A netlike array of protein filaments that maintains the shape of nucleus by mechanically supporting nuclear envelope. It lines the nuclear side of the envelope except at the pores.
Chromosomes
Discrete units into which DNA is organized. These structures carry genetic information.