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BIO 50A
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The plasma membrane is selectively permeable, meaning: | It controls what enters and exits the cell |
| Which organelle produces energy for the cell? | Mitochondria |
| Carbohydrates are composed of | Simple Sugars |
| Proteins are primarily made of | Amino Acids |
| Lipids are characterized by | Long chains of carbon and hydrogen |
| Nucleus | Controls cell activities and contains DNA |
| Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum | site of protein synthesis |
| Golgi Apparatus | Modifies and packages proteins |
| Lysosomes | Breaks down waste materials |
| Cytoskeleton | Network that provides cell shape and movement |
| What are the two functions of the plasma membrane? | Controls what enters/exits the cell; provides protection and communication |
| Explain why glucose cannot freely pass through the lipid bilayer. | Glucose is polar and requires transport proteins to cross the membrane |
| Describe the function of mitochondria in the cell. | Produces energy (ATP) for cellular activities |
| What is the role of ribosomes? | Makes proteins from amino acids instructions |
| Define selective permeability | Selective permeability means only certain substances can cross the membrane |
| Define macromolecule and list the four major types | Large organic molecules; carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids |
| What is the primary function of carbohydrates? | Long term energy storage; insulation; cell membranes |
| What role do proteins play in the body? | Build and repair tissues; enzymes; structural support |
| What is the function of enzymes | Speed up chemical reactions |
| What is the primary function of DNA? | Stores genetic information |
| Name the three parts of a nucleotide. | Sugar, phosphate group, nitrogenous base |
| DNA and RNA are examples of which macromolecule? | Nucleic Acids |
| What does mRNA do in protein synthesis? | Carries genetic instructions from DNA for protein synthesis |