Exam 1 Flashcards
(41 cards)
Hypertonic
Having a greater concentration of solutes.
Stellate
Star-like cell shaped common to neurons.
Symport
Moves two particle types across a membrane in the same direction
Centriole
Organelle that synthesizes carbohydrates.
Flagellum
Allows a cell to swim through fluid.
Amino Acid
Monomer of polypeptides and protiens.
pH
Scale used to measure the quantity of hydrogen ions in a solution.
Serous
Thin and watery secretion.
Oligomer
Molecule made of 10-15 repeating solutions.
Micro-
One millionth of a unit.
Chondroblast
Cartilage growing cell.
Phospolipid
Amphiphilic molecule making up plasma membranes of cells.
Reticular
A type of loose fibrous connective tissue with a chain-like pattern.
Enzyme
A protein that can speed up chemical reactions.
Isotope
An atom with a different number of neutron than other atoms of the same element.
How many electrons can fit into the third electron shell of an atom?
Eighteen
What tissue type has closely packed cells lining organ surfaces?
Epithelial
Which organelle is responsible for the synthesis of ATP Nucleotides?
Mitochondrion
Which atomic bond involves in the sharing of electrons to complete electron shells?
Covalent Bond
Which of the following lipid types is formed from cholesterol molecules?
Steroids
Which of the following is NOT a type of connective tissue?
Blood
Which of the following does NOT increase the speed of diffusion?
Adding a catalyst
Which of the following is NOT a type of cartilage tissue?
Cardiac
Which cell transport method utilizes a vesicle to move solutes?
Transcytosis