Cell Structures and Enzymatic Functions

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What is the function of the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (Smooth ER)?

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The Smooth ER is responsible for making lipids.

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What happens to iodine when it diffuses into a bag of starch?

Back

The iodine diffuses from a high concentration in the beaker to a lower concentration inside of the bag of starch.

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What occurs to a blood cell placed in distilled water? (Hypotonic solution)

Back

The blood cell will swell.

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What happens to a blood cell placed in a 15.0% NaCl solution? (Hypertonic solution)

Back

The blood cell will shrink.

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What happens to a blood cell placed in a 0.5% NaCl solution? (Isotonic solution)

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The blood cell will stay the same.

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Why should players eat bananas during halftime instead of Slim Jims?

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Bananas are carbohydrates and they provide energy.

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What does it mean when we say lipids are hydrophobic?

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Hydrophobic means that lipids do not like water.

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What do lipids make up in the cell?

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Lipids make up the cell membrane.

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What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?

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Mitochondria are responsible for making energy.

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What is the role of ribosomes in a cell?

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Ribosomes are responsible for making proteins.