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Anatomy Assignment 1 - Cell Structure

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What is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms? The cell
Which part of the cell regulates the passage of substances in and out and separates the cell's interior from its external environment? The cell membrane (plasma membrane)
What is the control center of the cell that contains genetic information and directs cellular activities? The nucleus
Which organelle is often called the "powerhouse of the cell" and is responsible for producing ATP? The mitochondria
In which organelle are proteins synthesized and modified before being transported to their final destinations? The endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
Which organelle packages and sorts proteins and lipids for transport within or outside the cell? The Golgi apparatus
Which cellular structure is responsible for digesting waste materials and cellular debris? The lysosome
What is the function of the cytoplasm in a cell? It serves as the gel-like substance that suspends organelles and other cellular components.
What is the cell membrane primarily composed of? Lipid bilayer
What are the tiny hair-like structures on the cell surface that assist in moving materials along the cell's surface? Cilia
What are small membrane-bound sacs that transport and store substances within the cell? Vesicles
What is the function of the ribosomes? The ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis. They translate the mRNA into proteins, which are the building blocks of life.
What is the role of cells in the body? Cells play an essential role in the body. They are responsible for all of the body's functions, including growth, repair, and reproduction.
What is the role of microvilli in a cell? Microvilli increase the surface area of the cell, particularly in absorptive cells.
Which cell structure is involved in cell division and is composed of protein fibers? The centrioles
What is the name of the structure within a cell that is responsible for the breakdown of fatty acids and amino acids? The peroxisome
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