Cells & Histology Chapter 3 Exam Flashcards
ribosome
Made of protein and RNA Sites of protein synthesis Found at two locations Free in the cytoplasm As part of the rough endoplasmic reticulum
mitochondria
Powerhouses of the cell
Change shape continuously
Carry out reactions where oxygen is used to break down food
Provides ATP for cellular energy
lysosome
powerful digestive enzymes that are capable of breaking down a wide variety of molecules.
ER
Fluid-filled tubules for carrying substances
Two types of ER
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
Studded with ribosomes
Synthesizes proteins
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
Functions in lipid metabolism and detoxification of drugs and pesticides
peroxisome
Membranous sacs of oxidase enzymes
Detoxify harmful substances such as alcohol and formaldehyde
Break down free radicals (highly reactive chemicals)
Replicate by pinching in half
cytosol
Fluid that suspends other elements
cytoskeleton
is a structure that helps cells maintain their shape and internal organization
cilia
Tiny hairlike structures that propel substances along the surface of the tissue aka mucus (Like in your throat/esophogus)
flagellum
substantially longer than the cilia
projection that moves the cell itself ex. sperm
Golgi apparatus
Modifies and packages proteins
Produces different types of packages
Secretory vesicles
Cell membrane components
microvilli
Finger-like projections that increase surface area for absorption
Base Pairing
A - T
G - C
Adenine, Guanine, Thymine and Cytosine
Base Pairing In rna
A- U
G - C
Transcription vs. Translation
Transcription
Transfer of information from DNA’s base sequence to the complimentary base sequence of mRNA
Three-base sequences on mRNA are called codons
Translation
Base sequence of nucleic acid is translated to an amino acid sequence
Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins
4 Major Types of Tissues
Epithelial Connective Muscle Nervous
Epithelial Structure
- one side is free (exposed to outside or internal space)
I’m 2. other side is attached to connective tissue by thin, nonliving layer called the basement membrane (basal lamina & reticular lamina)
Epithelial Functions
Protection, Secretion, Absorption, Excretion, Filtration
Function of Connective
Bind, Support, Protect, Fill Spaces, Store Fat, Produce Blood Cells
Structure of Connective Tissue
Structure:
ground substance called the matrix with fibers and cells in it
Function of Muscular Tissue
Movement, Generate Heat
Function of Nervous Tissue
Functions:
Conduct Impulses for Coordination, Regulation, Integration, & Sensory Reception
Epithelial Tissues
Simple Squamous Epithelium Simple cuboidal epithelium simple columnar epithelium Pseudostratified columnar epithelium Stratified squamous epithelium Stratified cuboidal epithelium Stratified columnar epithelium transitional epithelium
Connective Tissue
Areolar Adipose Dense regular Dense irregular Hyaline cartilage Elastic cartilage Fibrocartilage Reticular Bone Blood
Muscular Tissues
Skeletal
Smooth
Cardiac
Major Steps in Tissue Repair
Step 1: Inflammation
- Inflammatory Chemical Release by:
a. mast cells –> histamine
b. macrophages & injured cells –> others - Capillaries dilate & become permeable
- White blood cells, clotting proteins, antibodies diffuse to injured area
- Clot forms, “walls off” isolated area
- Portion exposed to air dries & hardens = scab
- Excess fluids, destroyed cells, & debris is picked-up by lymph vessels or phagocytized by macrophages
Major Steps in Tissue Repair
Step 2: Organization
(It Restores Blood Supply)
- Granulation tissue replaces blood clot
a. capillaries bud to form new network
b. fibroblasts produce new collagen
c. macrophages digest clot - Granulation tissue is destined to become scar tissue
Major Steps in Tissue Repair
Step 3: Regeneration and Fibrosis
(Effects Permanent Repair)
1. Surface epithelium regenerates
2. Epithelial cells migrate across the granulation tissue below the scab
3. Fibrous tissue beneath matures and contracts…(scar may/may not be
seen depending on severity of injury)