Eukaryotic Cells Flashcards
Which organelles to prokaryotes and eukaryotes have in common?
- plasma membrane
- cytoplasm
- ribosomes
Where does replication take place in eukaryotes?
Nucleus.
Where does transcription take place?
Nucleus.
Describe the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?
Segregates newly synthesised proteins away from the cytoplasm and transports them to other areas of the cell.
Describe the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum.
Site of lipid and steroid synthesis.
Describe the function of ribosomes?
Site of protein synthesis.
Where can ribosomes be found in eukaryotes?
- cytoplasm (floating freely or attached to rough endoplasmic reticulum)
- inside mitochondria
- inside choloplasts
Where are ribosomes found in prokaryotes?
Floating freely in the cytoplasm.
Describe the function of the Golgi body?
Packages and processes proteins.
Describe the transport path of proteins from when they are initially being synthesised to when they leave the cell.
Rough endoplasmic reticulum ⬇️ Golgi body ⬇️ Vesicle ⬇️ Exits cell.
Describe the function of lysosomes.
Digestive-enzyme containing vesicles used in phagocytosis and autophagy.
Describe the function of mitochondria.
Site of energy production.
In which type of eukaryotic cells can plastids be found?
- plant
* protista
Describe the function of chloroplasts.
Site of photosynthesis.🌱
Describe the function of vacuoles.
Water storage and structural support.
