AP Biology - Cell Structure & Function

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What are cell membranes made of?

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Phospholipids and Proteins

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Where are ribosomes found?

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Cytoplasm / Rough ER

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Why is it better for a cell to maintain a large surface area to volume ratio?

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Higher rates of chemical exchange between cell and environment.

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What is the main difference between eukaryotic cells and prokaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells have no nucleus and no organelles with cell membranes.

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What are isotonic cells?

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Cells that have an equal amount of solute concentration inside/outside of the cell.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and control what enters and exits.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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To synthesize proteins.

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What is the function of mitochondria?

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To produce energy (ATP) for the cell.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cells?

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Plant cells have a cell wall and chloroplasts; animal cells do not.

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What is cytoplasm?

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The jelly-like substance inside the cell where organelles are found.