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3.2 Cell Features
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| List the three features of cell theory. | All living things are made of one or more cells Cells are the basic unit of structure and function in organisms All cells arise from existing cells |
| Why must cells be so small? | They need a high surface area to volume ratio |
| What are some things the cell membrane does? | Encloses the cell and separates the cell interior, called cytoplasm, from its surroundings |
| What do ribosomes do? | Make proteins |
| What are two characteristics of prokaryotic cells? | The smallest and simplest cells, no nucleus, no internal organelles |
| What are prokaryotic cells sometimes called? | Bacteria |
| What is the shape of prokaryotic DNA? | Circular molecule, Ring shape |
| Why must prokaryotic cells have a cell wall? | To Provide structure and support the cell. |
| Compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. | Prokaryotic - no Nucleus, always Unicelular - Bacteria Eukaryotic - Nucleus, sometimes Unicelular |
| Compare and contrast flagella and cilia. | Fagella - Tail looking structure Cilia - Finger like projections |
| Describe the cytoskeleton, what it does, and what it is made of. | It holds cells together and keeps the cell membrane from collapsing or folding. Include microtubules and microfilaments |
| Describe the makeup of the cell membrane. | Lipids violator - Main structure Proteins - another main structure used Small mixed in amounts of carbohydrates |
| List the four types of proteins found in the cell membrane and what they do. | Receptor proteins: recognize and bind to specific substances Cell surface marker: Identifies cell types Enzyme: assists chemical reactions inside the cell - Speed it up Transports proteins: helps substances across the cell membrane |