Week 1 Cells And Tissues Flashcards
Explain the cell theory
All organisms are composed of cells Cells are the smallest living things Cells only arise from pre-existing cells
What is a cell?
A single unit or compartment in closed by a border usually part of the structure
What is cytology?
The study of cells
Describe characteristics of a prokaryote
Single celled Bacteria more complicated
Describe the characteristics of a Eukaryotes
Multi cellular organisms more complicated plant and animal cell much larger
Describe a Eukaryotic Cells nucleus
Genetic information Controls shape and activity (protein synthesis) Exports genetic info. RNA
Describe a Eukaryotic Cells cytoplasm
Surrounds the nucleus and carries out main function using specific organelles
Describe a Eukaryotic Cells plasma membrane
Limits the outside of the cell and interacts with the environment through secretion and absorption
Characteristics of double layered lipids
May float freely or be anchored Can have attached a molecule that play a role in surface activity
Explain how the nature of membrane affect how molecules move into cell
Lipid solubility molecules move easily Lipid insoluble molecules need help by active transport via the proteins
How do cells communicate with other cells
Via protein molecules
How do receptors communicate
With the cell to influence function or movement
What is the function of the nucleus
Stores the genetic material of the cell in form of multiple linear chromosomes
The nucleus is surrounded by
The nuclear envelope composed of two phospholipid bilayers
In chromosomes do you know is organised with proteins to form what
Chromatin