Proteins (b)The Synthesis and Transport of Proteins (i) Intracellular Membranes i) Flashcards
1
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Eukaryotic cells have a system of internal membranes, which…
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increases the total area of the membrane
2
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The Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) forms…
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A network of membrane tubules continuous with the nuclear membrane.
3
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The Golgi Apparatus is…
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A series of flattened membrane discs
4
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Lysosomes are…
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Membrane-bound organelles containing a variety of hydrolases that digest proteins, lipids, nucleic acids and carbohydrates.
5
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Vesicles transport…
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Materials between membrane compartments.
6
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Eukaryotes have a relatively small…
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Surface area to volume ratio because of their size (big ish)
7
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The plasma membrane of eukaryotic cells is therefore…
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Too small an area to carry out vital functions carried out by membranes.
