cell structures Flashcards
(43 cards)
What is the primary function of peroxisomes?
To break down fatty acids and detoxify harmful substances.
True or False: Peroxisomes contain enzymes that produce hydrogen peroxide.
True
Fill in the blank: The cytoskeleton is primarily made up of _____, microtubules, and intermediate filaments.
actin filaments
What are the two types of endoplasmic reticulum?
Rough ER and Smooth ER.
Which type of endoplasmic reticulum is responsible for protein synthesis?
Rough ER.
What is the main role of smooth endoplasmic reticulum?
Lipid synthesis and detoxification.
True or False: Lysosomes are involved in the digestion of cellular waste.
True
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
To modify, sort, and package proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery.
Fill in the blank: Mitochondria are known as the _____ of the cell.
powerhouse
What is the primary function of mitochondria?
To produce ATP through cellular respiration.
True or False: The Golgi apparatus is involved in the synthesis of ribosomal RNA.
False
What structure provides structural support to the cell?
Cytoskeleton.
Which organelle contains digestive enzymes?
Lysosomes.
Fill in the blank: Peroxisomes help in the breakdown of _____ acid.
fatty
What is the function of microtubules in the cytoskeleton?
To maintain cell shape and facilitate intracellular transport.
True or False: Smooth ER is studded with ribosomes.
False
What is the role of ribosomes found on rough ER?
To synthesize proteins.
What is the pH level of lysosomes?
Highly acidic, typically around pH 4.5.
Fill in the blank: The Golgi apparatus consists of a series of flattened _____ sacs.
membrane-bound
What process do mitochondria use to produce ATP?
Oxidative phosphorylation.
True or False: Peroxisomes can replicate by dividing.
True
What are the three main components of the cytoskeleton?
Microfilaments, intermediate filaments, and microtubules.
Which organelle is responsible for detoxifying drugs and poisons?
Smooth ER.
Fill in the blank: Lysosomes are formed from the _____ apparatus.
Golgi