review 2 Flashcards
What is atomic number?
Number of protons in an atom’s nucleus.
What is the liquid part in a cell?
Cytosol
What does the nucleus do?
Separate DNA from the rest of the cell / Produces ribosomes.
What makes up the cell membrane / Phospholipid bilayer?
lipids (mainly), cholesterol, and proteins
Where is the location of protein synthesis?
Ribosomes
What structure contains pigments and recycle cell contents?
Central vacuole
What structure disposes of a toxins and breaks down fatty acids?
Peroxisome
Which structure recycles components of food, captures bacteria, and wine cut organelles?
Lysosomes
What structure releases energy from food by cellular respiration?
Mitochondria
What structure produces sugars by photosynthesis?
Chloroplasts
What is the function of carbohydrates?
Provide quick energy
What is the function of Proteins?
Carry out all the workings of a cell.
What is the function of Nucleic acids?
Store and use genetic info for next generation.
What is the function of Lipids?
Store energy, membrane structure, waterproofing, and stabilize animal membrane and sex hormones.
