Cells Flashcards
(34 cards)
Nucleus
Site of DNA/Controls the cell
Cell membrane
Controls what enters and leaves cell
Cytoplasm
Where the most chemical reactions happen
Ribosomes
Where proteins are made
Mitochondria
Power house of cell
Eukaryotic cell
Cell with nucleus
Prokaryotic cell
Cell without nucleus or membrane
Real size of object x magnification
Size of image
Millimetre,mm
1/1000 metre
Micrometer, ym (backwards y)
1/1000 of a millimetre
Nanometre, nm
1/1000 micrometre
Permanent Vacuole
Filled with cell sap to help the cell stay turgid
Chromosomes
Carry genetic info in a molecule called DNA
Cell division proper name
Mitosis
1st phase of mitosis
Interphase
2nd phase of mitosis
Prophase
3rd phase of mitosis
Metaphase
4th phase of mitosis
Anaphase
5th phase of mitosis
Telophase
6th phase of mitosis
Cytokinesis
Adult stem cells can be found…
Brain, eyes, blood, heart, liver, bone marrow, skin, muscle
Circulatory system cells
Transport substances, defend the body, regulate temperature
Excretory system cells
Remove waste products and unwanted substances, regulate the water content of the body
Muscular system cells
Bring about movement