Shared Flashcard Set

Details

Cell Organelles
n/a
14
Speech-Language Pathology
Undergraduate 1
11/14/2014

Additional Speech-Language Pathology Flashcards

 


 

Cards

Term
Nucleus
Definition
The cell’s control centre containing chromosomes carrying the genetic information necessary for specific protein synthesis
Term
Nucleolus
Definition
A subunit of the nucleus responsible for ribosome formation
Term
Ribosome
Definition
The site of protein synthesis
Term
Plasma Membrane
Definition
A selective barrier surrounding the cell. Substances can pass through by passive diffusion or against a concentration gradient by active transport, a process which requires energy from cellular respiration
Term
Cytosol
Definition
The medium inside the cell in which the other organelles are suspended
Term
Cytoplasm
Definition
The cytosol and organelles, except the nucleus
Term
Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER)
Definition
Involved in the synthesis and storage of lipids and steroids
Term
Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)
Definition
Involved in isolating and transporting proteins. They are associated with ribosomes
Term
Golgi Body
Definition
Assembly point for the carbohydrates and proteins to be combined
Term
Mitochondria
Definition
The site of cellular respiration
Term
Lysosome
Definition
A vacuole containing cytolytic enzymes which can break down cells
Term
Secretory vesicle
Definition
A vacuole containing secretory substances
Term
Micropinocytic vesicle
Definition
A vacuole containing substances ingested by the cell
Term
Glycogen granules
Definition
A site of carbohydrate storage
Supporting users have an ad free experience!