Organelles and Diseases

Multiple Choice

What cellular structure is responsible for the symptoms of cystic fibrosis in Mary?

• Defective protein channels in the cell membrane

• Defective lung surfactant

• Defective mucus glands

• Defective alveoli structure

Multiple Choice

What cellular structure was defective in his cells?

• Microtubules

• Cell Wall

• Cell Membrane

• Centrioles

Open Ended

In these case studies, how has structure affected the function of these organelles?