Cytoplasm Flashcards

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viscous, semi-transparent fluid in which other cytoplasmic elements are suspended

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Cytosol

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2
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metabolic machinery of the cell that synthesize proteins,
generate ATP

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Organelles

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3
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chemical substances like stored nutrients, lipid droplets and
pigments

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Inclusions

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4
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Powerplants of the cell, providing ATP supply
Lozenge-shaped organelles that contains its own DNA, RNA, ribosomes
and able to reproduce themselves

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Mitochondria

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5
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Sites of protein synthesis
Small-dark staining granules composed of proteins and RNA

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Ribosomes

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6
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Extensive system of interconnected tubes and parallel sacs
Rough ER – studded with ribosomes that manufacture all proteins secreted
from cells; manufacture of integral proteins and phospholipids that form
part of all cellular membranes
Smooth ER – contains integral proteins called enzymes that catalyze
reactions

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Endoplasmic Reticulum

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7
Q

Modify, concentrate and package the proteins and lipids
Stacked, flattened membranous sacs associated with tiny
membranous vesicles

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Golgi Apparatus

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8
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Spherical membranous sacs containing enzymes
(numerous in kidneys and livers)
Oxidases and Catalases detoxify alcohol and
formaldehyde and neutralize free radicals

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Peroxisomes

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9
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Spherical membranous organelles containing activated
hydrolytic enzymes
Digests all kinds of biological molecules including invading
bacteria and cell debris

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Lysosomes

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