Structure and functions in living organisms Flashcards
Covers these sub-topics: Level of organisation, Cell Structure, Biological molecules, Movement of substances into and out of cells, Nutrition, Respiration, Gas Exchange, Transport, Excretion and Co-ordination and response.
Name the organelles in an animal cell
-Nucleus
-Cell membrane
-Cytoplasm
-Mitochondria
-Ribosomes
Name the organelles found in a plant cell
-Nucleus, cell membrane, cytoplasm, mitochondria, ribosomes
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-cell wall, vacuole, chloroplasts
List the following in size order:
-Cells, Organs, Organelles, Systems, Tissues
-Organelles, Cells, Tissues, organs and systems
What is the function of the nucleus
Stores DNA and co-ordinates the cell’s processes
What is the role of the cytoplasm
Jelly-like fluid that supports and suspends the cell organelles
What is the role of cell membrane
Regulates the movement of substances in and out of the cell.
What is the role of the cell wall
Gives the cell structure and shape, prevents plant cells from bursting when it absorbs water.
What is the role of the mitochondria
This is where respiration takes place
What is the role of the chloroplasts
This is where photosynthesis occurs
What are stem cells?
-Stem cells are unspecialised cells
-They have the ability to differentiate into many cell types.
Where are stem cells found?
-Bone marrow
-Many organs
-Eyes
-Umbilical cord
-Embryo (not adult stem cells)
Where are stem cells found in plants?
In the stem.
What is differentiation?
When cells can turn on/off different genes, by translation or transcription of genes.
When a cell changes to become specialised for it’s job
How are cells specialised?
They have different structures to suit their different functions
How do stem cells split?
They divide by mitosis frequently.
What can stem cells be used for?
To cure diseases and they can differentiate into any cell type.
What are issues with using stem cells for curing disease?
-Stem cells grown in labs can become contaminated with a virus making the person sicker.
-Some people are against stem cell research as an embryo can be considered as a human life.
What elements are present in carbs?
Carbon, Hydrogen and oxygen.
What elements are present in proteins
Carbon, Nitrogen, Hydrogen and Oxygen
What elements are in lipids
Carbon, Hydrogen and oxygen.
What are proteins made up of
Long chains of amino acids
What are carbs made up of
Starch and glycogen are made up of lots of simple sugars like glucose or maltose.