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Anatomy & Physiology
Ch. 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | science of the structure of the body and the relation of its parts |
| Physiology | the science of how the body functions |
| Prokaryote vs. Eukaryote | P: Lacks a true membrane-bound nucleus # E: Has membrane-bound nucleus and many membrane-bound organelles |
| Three major parts of the eukaryotic cells | Cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus |
| Cell membrane Function | separates cell from external environment |
| Cell membrane Composition | double phospholipid layer with interspersed proteins (fluid mosaic model), with carb chains and cholesterol |
| Cell membrane appendages | Semipermeable, some contain cilia for surface movement or flagellum for cellular movement, or microvilli which increases surface area |