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Chabner, Ch2 Sect. I
Chabner, Language of Medicine 7th ed Chapter 2 Section I
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| anabolism | process of building up complex materials from simple materials |
| catabolism | process of breaking down complex materials to form simpler substances and release energy |
| cell membrane | structure surrounding and protecting the cell. |
| chromosomes | rod-shaped structures in the nucleus that contain regions of DNA called genes. |
| cytoplasm | all the material that is outside the nucleus, yet contained within the cell membrane |
| DNA | Chemical found within each chromosome |
| endoplasmic reticulum | structure within the cytoplasm where large proteins are made. |
| ribosomes | found on the endoplasmic reticulum |
| genes | Regions of DNA within each chromosome. |
| karyotype | Picture of chromosomes in the nucleus of a cell. |
| metabolism | The total of the chemical processes in a cell. (includes both anabolism and catabolism) |
| mitochrondria | Structures in the cytoplasm in which foods are burned to release energy. |
| nucleus | Control center of the cell. |