Module 3-Cells and the Microbiome Flashcards
what are the 5 types of cells?
Nerve cells, muscle cells, red blood cells, gland cells and immune cells
What are nerve cells?
they are long extensions that allow cells to transmit electrical impulses from one part of the body to another
What are muscle cells?
is what make your body move. They are elongated, thread-like fibres
What are red blood cells?
they are donut shaped. This shape helps them squeeze through tiny blood vessels and deliver oxygen to the parts of the body
What are gland cells?
it stores and releases substances such as hormones, enzymes, mucus and sweat
What are immune cells?
these cells are like the defenders of the body. They fight off sicknesses and destroy things like bacteria, germs and fungi
What is the plasma membrane and what is it made of?
It surrounds the cell and it determines what comes in and out of the cell. It is made up of cholestrol, proteins, and lipids
What is mitochondria?
it is known as the powerhouse of the cell and it provides energy the cell needs
What is ribosomes?
they create proteins for the cell which are used to repair any damage caused
What is the nucleus?
it is the cells control center. It makes sure the cell manages to use its function properly
Does the nuclues contain all the cells genetic information?
Yes
What is inside the nucleus?
Chromosomes called Dna. It contains all the information needed to build and run the cell
What is cyptoplasm?
it is a gel like substance that fills up the space between the plasma membrane and the nuclues. it fills up the rest of the cell
What is lyosomes?
gets rid of waste material the cell does not need. It helps breakdown protein the cell does not need.
What is golgi appratus?
they are vesicles that transport protein. It receives proteins from the ER and prepares them to send it to other parts of the body