Bio. 1 Flashcardziz Ch. 7: Cellular Structure & Function

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What are the organelles that function like a conveyor belt to transport substances within a cell?

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Smooth and rough endoplasmic reticulum.

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What is the term used in microscopy for clear, detailed images?

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Resolution.

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What structure is absent in animal cells but present in plant cells?

Back

Cell wall.

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Which organelle is present only in eukaryotic cells?

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Nucleus.

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What is an example of active transport in cells?

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Sodium/potassium pump (Na+/K+ pump).

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What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?

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Protein synthesis.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells lack a nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells have both.

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What is the role of lysosomes in a cell?

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Digestion and waste removal.

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What is the function of the cell membrane?

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To protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What is facilitated diffusion?

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A process that allows substances to cross membranes with the assistance of special proteins.