Cells Flashcards
Cell theory 3 principles?
All organisms are made of cells
All existing cells are made by other living cells
The cell is the most basic unit of life
Function of a capsule
Protects the cell
Pilli
Transfer plasmids
Aid in cell adhesion
Nucleoid
Controls cell activity
Where DNA is found
Plasmids
Carry genes
Ribosomes 70S
Where protein synthesis occurs
Nucleus
Controls cell activity
Contains DNA
Cell wall
protects and supports the cell
Centriole
Forms spindle fibres
What does RER stand for (cells)
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
RER
Where protein synthesis occurs
What does SER stand for (cells)
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
SER
Transports lipids and carbs
Golgi apparatus
Receives newly made proteins, modifies them and packages them into vesicles
Lysosomes
Break down waste material