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Anatomy & Physiology Lec & Lab : Study Guide Group 3

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This deck covers key concepts related to cell structures and their functions, including the roles of various organelles and membrane components.

The role of enzymes in the body

A Catalyst that lower the level of energy needed to be invested in a chemical reaction
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Term
Definition
The role of enzymes in the body
A Catalyst that lower the level of energy needed to be invested in a chemical reaction
Plasma Membrane
Controls the exit and entrance of substances into the cell
Nucleus
Storage of Genetic info
Nucleolus
Produces Ribosomes
Ribosomes
Protein Synthesis
Rough ER
Protein Synthesis

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TermDefinition
The role of enzymes in the body
A Catalyst that lower the level of energy needed to be invested in a chemical reaction
Plasma Membrane
Controls the exit and entrance of substances into the cell
Nucleus
Storage of Genetic info
Nucleolus
Produces Ribosomes
Ribosomes
Protein Synthesis
Rough ER
Protein Synthesis
Smooth ER
Synthesis of Lipids
Golgi Apparatus
Processes, packages and distributes lipids and proteins
Lysosomes
Digests Macromolecules and cell parts
Vesicles
Stores and transports substances
Mitochondria
Cellular respiration; Produces ATP
Centrioles
Organized microtubules in flagella and cilia
Centrosome
Organizes microtubules in the cell
Cytoskeleton
Maintains shell shape and assists movement of cell parts
Cell membrane components
Phospholipids; Glycolipids; Cholesterol; Structural Proteins; Tansport Proteins; Receptor Proteins; Glycoproteins
Function of Phospholipids
Form a lipid Bilayer; Allows certain molecules to diffuse into across membrane
Function of Cholesterol
Keeps the cell membrane from becoming stiff
Function of Glycolipids
Helps the cell recognize other cells of the body
Function of Structural Protein
Helps give cell support and shape
Function of Receptor Protein
Helps cells communicate through neurotransmitters and hormones
Function of Transport Protein
Transport Molecules through membranes
Function of Glycoproteins
Helps cells communication and molecule transport