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Anatomy & Physiology Lec & Lab : Study Guide Group 3
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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| 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 |
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 |