Endocytosis, Autophagy, Cytoskeleton Flashcards
What are the two layers on the coat?
1) Clathrin
2) AP complex
Which is the outer layer?
Clathrin
Which is the inner layer?
AP complex
What type of organelles are lysosomes?
Digestive
What is the lysosomal membrane composed of?
Glycosylated proteins
What do the Glycosylated proteins do?
Act as a protective lining next to the acidic lumen
What are the 2 main functions of Lysosomes?
1) Autophagy
2) Degradation
What is Autophagy?
Completely decomposing of unnecessary of dysfunctional cellular components
What is Degradation?
Breaking down and recycling of unnecessary components so it can be used in new cellular components
How much volume does a plant vacuole take?
90%
What is the pH level of a plant vacuole?
5.0
What are the 3 main functions of plant vacuoles?
1) Intracellular Digestion
2) Mechanical Support
3) Storage
What are the 2 main organelles that make up the Cytoskeleton?
Filaments and tubes
What are the 2 different proteins that make up microtubles?
alpha and beta tubulin
How many strands make up the hallow cylinder of the microtubles?
13 strands