Cell Flashcards
What is definition of cell?
Fundamental unit of living things on Earth
What are 3 major domains of living?
Bacteria-> Archaea -> eukaryotes
What is taxonomy?
Discipline of defining groups of biological organisms based on shared characteristics
What is phylogenetics?
Study of evolutionary relationships between groups of organisms
List universal features of cells on earth
All cells are surrounded by plasma membrane
Cells exchange molecules with their surroundings
Cells communicate
All cells store hereditary info as DNA
DNA fragment corresponding to one protein=one gene
Translate RNA into protein in same way
What is the definition of homeostasis?
Ability of organism or cell to maintain internal equilibrium by adjusting its physiological processes