Flashcard: Fundamentals of Cell and Human Biology — 15 carte

Cell membrane — role?

Controls substance entry and exit.

Cell membrane — role?

Controls substance entry and exit.

Gene — function?

Codes for specific proteins or traits.

Nucleus — function?

Contains genetic material, regulates activities.

Mitochondria — role?

Produce ATP via aerobic respiration.

Ribosomes — function?

Synthesizes proteins.

Endoplasmic reticulum — division?

Rough has ribosomes, smooth does not.

Gene — definition?

Codes for a specific protein or trait.

Genotype — what?

Genetic makeup of an organism.

Phenotype — what?

Observable traits of an organism.

Differentiate — DNA and RNA?

DNA stores genetic info, RNA synthesizes proteins.

Enzymes — role?

Accelerate biochemical reactions.

Cell specialization — example?

Nerve cells transmit signals.

Types — human body systems?

Circulatory, respiratory, digestive, etc.

Passive transport — types?

Diffusion, osmosis, facilitated diffusion.